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Saab 9-5

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,171 cc

LX54 CVUMOT history

LX54 CVU is a silver diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 23 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2021 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 254,688 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2021
Mileage
254,688 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
12,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 CVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX54 CVU was last recorded at 254,688 miles on 30 Nov 2021, 4,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
249,902 miles · 26 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
4,786 miles
Average per year
12,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 254,688 miles
  • 2020 – 249,902 miles
  • 2019 – 245,450 miles
  • 2018 – 240,667 miles
  • 2017 – 235,884 miles
  • 2016 – 228,238 miles
  • 2015 – 223,349 miles
  • 2014 – 218,964 miles
  • 2013 – 210,237 miles
  • 2012 – 200,371 miles
  • 2011 – 183,468 miles
  • 2010 – 151,006 miles
  • 2009 – 124,665 miles
  • 2008 – 93,600 miles
  • 2007 – 74,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail254,688 miles
  • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle os low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail254,688 miles (+4,786)15 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,688 miles
    Test number
    293124658246
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle os low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass249,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    249,902 miles
    Test number
    244399772236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail249,902 miles (+4,452)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,902 miles
    Test number
    657218489839
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass245,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    245,450 miles
    Test number
    717539481627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail245,450 miles (+4,783)2 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,450 miles
    Test number
    969333506383
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass240,667 miles (+4,783)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    240,667 miles
    Test number
    791194951053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass235,884 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    235,884 miles
    Test number
    133153034535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail235,884 miles (+7,646)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,884 miles
    Test number
    700227673048
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass228,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    228,238 miles
    Test number
    975021732589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail228,238 miles (+4,889)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,238 miles
    Test number
    967460126625
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  11. Pass223,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    223,349 miles
    Test number
    688695281470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail223,349 miles (+4,385)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,349 miles
    Test number
    397464095250
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass218,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    218,964 miles
    Test number
    339985714308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail218,964 miles (+8,727)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,964 miles
    Test number
    957294614326
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass210,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    210,237 miles
    Test number
    196139813311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail210,237 miles (+9,866)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,237 miles
    Test number
    519329813351
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass200,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    200,371 miles
    Test number
    658393832359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail200,371 miles (+16,903)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,371 miles
    Test number
    876503032361
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  19. Pass183,468 miles (+32,462)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    183,468 miles
    Test number
    125325881292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass151,006 miles (+26,341)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    151,006 miles
    Test number
    201964520425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass124,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    124,665 miles
    Test number
    260479119106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail124,665 miles (+31,065)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,665 miles
    Test number
    504849719117
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass93,600 miles (+18,731)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    93,600 miles
    Test number
    112541528122
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  24. Pass74,869 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    74,869 miles
    Test number
    844131847240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteWipers smeary

Questions about LX54 CVU

Does LX54 CVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 CVU expired on 30 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 CVU?
The MOT on LX54 CVU expired on 30 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 CVU done?
LX54 CVU was recorded at 254,688 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2021, an average of 12,614 miles a year.
Has LX54 CVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 CVU has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LX54 CVU 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 LX54 CVU find?
LX54 CVU failed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2021 with 15 major defects and 4 advisories: brakes imbalanced across an axle os low; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 16 more.

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