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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF52 XPXMOT history

LF52 XPX is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 18 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 114,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
114,944 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 XPX
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
18 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 XPX was last recorded at 114,944 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Aug 2007: 32,757 miles, lower than 116,658 miles on 21 Aug 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
114,943 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,944 miles
  • 2024 – 113,909 miles
  • 2023 – 112,943 miles
  • 2022 – 112,071 miles
  • 2021 – 109,631 miles
  • 2020 – 108,298 miles
  • 2019 – 107,315 miles
  • 2018 – 105,739 miles
  • 2017 – 104,601 miles
  • 2016 – 99,268 miles
  • 2015 – 90,093 miles
  • 2014 – 82,694 miles
  • 2013 – 74,998 miles
  • 2012 – 67,536 miles
  • 2011 – 60,373 miles
  • 2010 – 53,402 miles
  • 2009 – 46,292 miles
  • 2008 – 39,808 miles
  • 2007 – 32,757 miles
  • 2006 – 116,658 miles
  • 2005 – 20,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,944 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust to suspensionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to rust front to rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear coil springs rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Middle exhaust rubber broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 19 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,944 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    114,944 miles
    Test number
    546735192763
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust to suspension
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to rust front to rear
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs rusty
  2. Fail114,943 miles (+1,034)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,943 miles
    Test number
    189724662393
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust to suspension
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to rust front to rear
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs rusty
  3. Pass113,909 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    113,909 miles
    Test number
    875890029237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  4. Fail113,909 miles (+966)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,909 miles
    Test number
    522568396219
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid middle (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  5. Pass112,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,943 miles
    Test number
    190997292163
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust rubber broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  6. Fail112,943 miles (+872)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,943 miles
    Test number
    394894898994
    • MajorCentral Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust rubber broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  7. Pass112,071 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,071 miles
    Test number
    355361538081
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount damage
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps misting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp clip broken no likely to became detached
  8. Fail112,071 miles (+2,440)3 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,071 miles
    Test number
    165761170974
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount damage
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps misting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp clip broken no likely to became detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre only 3mm 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass109,631 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,631 miles
    Test number
    457654704875
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damage. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust rubber mount split.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer sidewall, Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail109,629 miles (+1,331)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,629 miles
    Test number
    827160889599
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damage. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust rubber mount split.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer sidewall, Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass108,298 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,298 miles
    Test number
    635139919770
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubbers torn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Fail108,298 miles (+983)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,298 miles
    Test number
    513150179525
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery light on
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubbers torn
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass107,315 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,315 miles
    Test number
    329334540030
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Fail107,315 miles (+1,576)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,315 miles
    Test number
    674538981917
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass105,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,739 miles
    Test number
    778915242577
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  16. Fail105,739 miles (+1,138)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,739 miles
    Test number
    934807599745
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  17. Pass104,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,601 miles
    Test number
    999665890580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail104,601 miles (+5,333)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,601 miles
    Test number
    197606870055
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass99,268 miles (+9,175)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    99,268 miles
    Test number
    329800454100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,093 miles (+7,399)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,093 miles
    Test number
    909064525220
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass82,694 miles (+7,696)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    82,694 miles
    Test number
    739973724294
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust end box outer casing is corroded
  22. Pass74,998 miles (+7,462)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,998 miles
    Test number
    739911423234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
  23. Pass67,536 miles (+7,163)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,536 miles
    Test number
    196046922274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,373 miles (+6,971)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,373 miles
    Test number
    745910431217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,402 miles (+7,110)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    53,402 miles
    Test number
    412719520296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,292 miles (+6,484)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,292 miles
    Test number
    171071539240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,808 miles (+7,051)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,808 miles
    Test number
    821981148228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,757 miles (-83,901)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,757 miles
    Test number
    480042047241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass116,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    602163436296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail116,658 miles (+96,490)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    913283836247
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
  31. Pass20,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    20,168 miles
    Test number
    134631235275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 XPX

Does LF52 XPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 XPX is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LF52 XPX?
The MOT on LF52 XPX is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 XPX done?
LF52 XPX was recorded at 114,944 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 4,685 miles a year.
Has LF52 XPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 XPX has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 XPX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 XPX find?
LF52 XPX passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; general surface rust to suspension; metal brake pipes starting to rust front to rear, and 1 more.

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