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Saab 9000 CSE

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 2,290 cc

P511 YGHMOT history

P511 YGH is a purple petrol Saab 9000 CSE first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 144,090 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
144,090 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P511 YGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9000 CSE
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P511 YGH was last recorded at 144,090 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 2,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,699 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,391 miles
Average per year
4,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,090 miles
  • 2024 – 141,699 miles
  • 2023 – 140,226 miles
  • 2022 – 138,840 miles
  • 2021 – 137,994 miles
  • 2020 – 135,816 miles
  • 2019 – 132,710 miles
  • 2018 – 120,464 miles
  • 2017 – 113,782 miles
  • 2016 – 109,008 miles
  • 2015 – 105,174 miles
  • 2014 – 102,022 miles
  • 2013 – 97,468 miles
  • 2012 – 94,153 miles
  • 2011 – 91,492 miles
  • 2010 – 87,833 miles
  • 2009 – 79,888 miles
  • 2008 – 75,225 miles
  • 2007 – 67,830 miles
  • 2006 – 56,430 miles
  • 2005 – 47,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,090 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perished but not resulting in excessive movement

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear suspension bushes perished but not resulting in excess movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 20 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,090 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    144,090 miles
    Test number
    547636058804
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perished but not resulting in excessive movement

  2. Fail144,090 miles (+2,391)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,090 miles
    Test number
    347359106756
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perished but not resulting in excessive movement

  3. Pass141,699 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    141,699 miles
    Test number
    819933632987
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perished but not resulting in excess movement

  4. Fail141,699 miles (+1,473)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,699 miles
    Test number
    390401156559
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perished but not resulting in excess movement

  5. Pass140,226 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    140,226 miles
    Test number
    729683636062
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge but not showing cords or in central three quarters of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge but not showing cords or in central three quarters of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake light on when released
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  6. Fail140,223 miles (+1,383)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,223 miles
    Test number
    946764542584
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge but not showing cords or in central three quarters of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge but not showing cords or in central three quarters of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake light on when released
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  7. Pass138,840 miles (+846)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    138,840 miles
    Test number
    277009778870
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres heavily worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass137,994 miles (+2,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    137,994 miles
    Test number
    373626697041
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,816 miles
    Test number
    831421691128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail135,816 miles (+3,106)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,816 miles
    Test number
    762677372777
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass132,710 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    132,710 miles
    Test number
    218415931778
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail132,701 miles (+12,237)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,701 miles
    Test number
    964593334147
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel caliper arms seized (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass120,464 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,464 miles
    Test number
    809017407790
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged splits in rubber (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail120,464 miles (+6,682)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,464 miles
    Test number
    920572672200
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen n/s and o/s kick up wrong way (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged splits in rubber (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass113,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,782 miles
    Test number
    700604198784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and offside (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail113,771 miles (+4,763)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,771 miles
    Test number
    947356578167
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and offside (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass109,008 miles (+45)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,008 miles
    Test number
    950023525557
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryNSR TYRE: SUFFERING IRREGULAR WEAR
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryTAILGATE STRUTS DETERIORATED - ADVISE REPLACEMENT
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not supporting the bonnet

  18. Fail108,963 miles (+3,789)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,963 miles
    Test number
    754177196463
    • FailureFront Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre going out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not supporting the bonnet

  19. Pass105,174 miles (+24)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,174 miles
    Test number
    626787445193
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteENGINE OIL LEAK

  20. Fail105,150 miles (+3,128)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,150 miles
    Test number
    456696345141
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteENGINE OIL LEAK

  21. Pass102,022 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,022 miles
    Test number
    418531044107
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSLIGHT NOISE FROM OSR WHEEL WHEN ROTATED
    • NoteSMALL OIL LEAK ONTO EXHAUST MANIFOLD

  22. Fail102,022 miles (+4,554)1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,022 miles
    Test number
    807691744105
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSLIGHT NOISE FROM OSR WHEEL WHEN ROTATED
    • NoteSMALL OIL LEAK ONTO EXHAUST MANIFOLD

  23. Pass97,468 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,468 miles
    Test number
    166060143166
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Fail97,465 miles (+3,312)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,465 miles
    Test number
    386780643153
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  25. Pass94,153 miles (+2,661)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,153 miles
    Test number
    536932542184
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak.

  26. Pass91,492 miles (+1,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    91,492 miles
    Test number
    159336241127
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail90,252 miles (+2,419)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,252 miles
    Test number
    259103121196
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOSR TYRE AGED - RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

  28. Pass87,833 miles (+7,945)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    87,833 miles
    Test number
    652383830154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass79,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,888 miles
    Test number
    604011839172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail79,887 miles (+4,662)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,887 miles
    Test number
    181941839154
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Pass75,225 miles (+7,395)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,225 miles
    Test number
    643527938160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass67,830 miles (+11,400)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    67,830 miles
    Test number
    822251157155
    • NoteFrt indicator discolour frt no plate discolour atten centre stop light

  33. Pass56,430 miles (+8,990)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,430 miles
    Test number
    402328936168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass47,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2006
    Odometer
    47,440 miles
    Test number
    314000245177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P511 YGH

Does P511 YGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P511 YGH is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on P511 YGH?
The MOT on P511 YGH is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P511 YGH done?
P511 YGH was recorded at 144,090 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 4,729 miles a year.
Has P511 YGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P511 YGH has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on P511 YGH 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 P511 YGH find?
P511 YGH passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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