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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,985 cc

LK56 ODHMOT history

LK56 ODH is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 31 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 248,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
248,347 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 ODH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 ODH was last recorded at 248,347 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 3,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,955 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,392 miles
Average per year
2,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 248,347 miles
  • 2025 – 244,955 miles
  • 2024 – 242,310 miles
  • 2023 – 239,039 miles
  • 2021 – 234,607 miles
  • 2019 – 233,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass248,347 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Jun 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass248,347 miles (+3,392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    248,347 miles
    Test number
    900263598811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass244,955 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    244,955 miles
    Test number
    130984792737
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail244,955 miles (+2,645)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,955 miles
    Test number
    674181997929
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass242,310 miles (+3,271)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    242,310 miles
    Test number
    412993447353
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall 2254517 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass239,039 miles (+4,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    239,039 miles
    Test number
    407721836462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass234,607 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    234,607 miles
    Test number
    438596137194
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2254517 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail234,607 miles (+1,375)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,607 miles
    Test number
    746695902071
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2254517 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass233,232 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    233,232 miles
    Test number
    533535260743
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail233,186 miles1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,186 miles
    Test number
    599837478428
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear mudflaps insecure

  10. Pass230,939 km (+1,206)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    230,939 km
    Test number
    590681118205
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  11. Pass229,733 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    229,733 km
    Test number
    105574129985
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail229,733 km3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,733 km
    Test number
    527325198572
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LK56 ODH

Does LK56 ODH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 ODH is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 ODH?
The MOT on LK56 ODH is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 ODH done?
LK56 ODH was recorded at 248,347 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 2,287 miles a year.
Has LK56 ODH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 ODH has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 ODH 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 LK56 ODH find?
LK56 ODH passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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