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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF52 VMDMOT history

LF52 VMD is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 68,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
68,101 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,834 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VMD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VMD was last recorded at 68,101 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 3,626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,475 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,626 miles
Average per year
2,834 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,101 miles
  • 2024 – 64,475 miles
  • 2023 – 55,258 miles
  • 2022 – 53,432 miles
  • 2021 – 50,723 miles
  • 2020 – 48,221 miles
  • 2019 – 43,684 miles
  • 2018 – 40,272 miles
  • 2017 – 37,903 miles
  • 2016 – 35,071 miles
  • 2015 – 33,622 miles
  • 2014 – 31,339 miles
  • 2013 – 29,225 miles
  • 2012 – 27,464 miles
  • 2011 – 26,754 miles
  • 2010 – 24,609 miles
  • 2009 – 22,652 miles
  • 2008 – 21,002 miles
  • 2007 – 17,899 miles
  • 2006 – 13,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,101 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,101 miles (+3,626)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    68,101 miles
    Test number
    149740050354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,475 miles
    Test number
    812142686930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail64,475 miles (+4,319)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,475 miles
    Test number
    770106743111
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  4. Pass60,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,156 miles
    Test number
    448795430657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail60,156 miles (+4,898)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,156 miles
    Test number
    545444582551
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe feeding from front to n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe feeding from front to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass55,258 miles (+1,826)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,258 miles
    Test number
    571132902800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,432 miles (+2,709)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    53,432 miles
    Test number
    730503168883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,723 miles (+2,502)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,723 miles
    Test number
    437684442547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,221 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,221 miles
    Test number
    823327498530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    43,684 miles
    Test number
    927783402242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail43,684 miles (+3,412)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,684 miles
    Test number
    342175677138
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  12. Pass40,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,272 miles
    Test number
    737460688025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail40,272 miles (+2,369)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,272 miles
    Test number
    949055731748
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  14. Pass37,903 miles (+2,832)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    37,903 miles
    Test number
    902749799075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,071 miles
    Test number
    200906671069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail35,071 miles (+1,449)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,071 miles
    Test number
    193378719235
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass33,622 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    33,622 miles
    Test number
    645874278337
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Fail33,622 miles (+2,283)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,622 miles
    Test number
    544310995101
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  19. Pass31,339 miles (+2,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,339 miles
    Test number
    939932614211
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  20. Pass29,225 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,225 miles
    Test number
    717532113257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,464 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,464 miles
    Test number
    277969512251
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  22. Pass27,464 miles (+710)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,464 miles
    Test number
    319139212418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,754 miles (+2,145)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,754 miles
    Test number
    768624301203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,609 miles (+1,957)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,609 miles
    Test number
    743334510284
    • NoteRear wiper blade split.
  25. Pass22,652 miles (+1,650)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    22,652 miles
    Test number
    614879019269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,002 miles (+3,103)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    21,002 miles
    Test number
    342867318257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail17,899 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,899 miles
    Test number
    301070727487
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  28. Pass17,899 miles (+4,743)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    17,899 miles
    Test number
    522910927238
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  29. Fail13,156 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,156 miles
    Test number
    303959506497
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  30. Pass13,156 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,156 miles
    Test number
    504759806211
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LF52 VMD

Does LF52 VMD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 VMD is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VMD?
The MOT on LF52 VMD is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 VMD done?
LF52 VMD was recorded at 68,101 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 2,834 miles a year.
Has LF52 VMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VMD has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 VMD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 VMD find?
LF52 VMD passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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