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Saab 9-5

White · Petrol · 2001 · 2,290 cc

S44 BDSMOT history

S44 BDS is a white petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 20 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
113,729 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BDS was last recorded at 113,729 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,623 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
2,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,729 miles
  • 2025 – 113,623 miles
  • 2024 – 113,445 miles
  • 2023 – 113,164 miles
  • 2022 – 112,650 miles
  • 2021 – 112,484 miles
  • 2019 – 112,025 miles
  • 2018 – 111,470 miles
  • 2017 – 110,683 miles
  • 2016 – 109,143 miles
  • 2015 – 108,478 miles
  • 2014 – 105,839 miles
  • 2013 – 104,300 miles
  • 2012 – 102,619 miles
  • 2011 – 95,990 miles
  • 2010 – 93,149 miles
  • 2009 – 90,127 miles
  • 2008 – 84,246 miles
  • 2007 – 70,775 miles
  • 2006 – 55,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,729 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,729 miles (+106)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    113,729 miles
    Test number
    598877703534
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass113,623 miles (+178)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    113,623 miles
    Test number
    172736452841
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted

  3. Pass113,445 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    113,445 miles
    Test number
    881123987296
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,445 miles (+281)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,445 miles
    Test number
    208063253038
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,164 miles (+514)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,164 miles
    Test number
    834460653122
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass112,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    189119498019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail112,650 miles (+166)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    873370316747
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass112,484 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    112,484 miles
    Test number
    430406619261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,025 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,025 miles
    Test number
    432333236856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,470 miles (+787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,470 miles
    Test number
    427438276933
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear corroded

  11. Pass110,683 miles (+1,540)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,683 miles
    Test number
    383590543431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,143 miles (+665)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,143 miles
    Test number
    687660525689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,478 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,478 miles
    Test number
    418162445137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,839 miles (+1,539)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,839 miles
    Test number
    966043244138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,300 miles (+1,681)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    104,300 miles
    Test number
    346364443128
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty,oil leak,both front tyres low tread.

  16. Pass102,619 miles (+682)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    102,619 miles
    Test number
    277612512371
    • NoteAll tyres low
    • NoteExhaust deterated rear box

  17. Pass101,937 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    101,937 miles
    Test number
    169433132125
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteExhaust corroded rear box

  18. Fail101,936 miles (+5,946)1 failure1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,936 miles
    Test number
    256172532454
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNo lights fitted at time of test
    • NoteExhaust corroded rear box

  19. Pass95,990 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    95,990 miles
    Test number
    865353991177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail95,988 miles (+2,839)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    439352791137
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  21. Fail93,149 miles2 repaired8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,149 miles
    Test number
    181017280152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass93,149 miles (+3,022)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    93,149 miles
    Test number
    612127180118
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass90,127 miles (+5,881)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,127 miles
    Test number
    592748809202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass84,246 miles (+13,471)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,246 miles
    Test number
    292363998498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,775 miles (+15,156)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,775 miles
    Test number
    101353897162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    55,619 miles
    Test number
    370027586149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 BDS

Does S44 BDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 BDS is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 BDS?
The MOT on S44 BDS is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 BDS done?
S44 BDS was recorded at 113,729 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 2,944 miles a year.
Has S44 BDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 BDS has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S44 BDS 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 S44 BDS find?
S44 BDS passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear upper suspension component pin or bush slightly worn, and 3 more.

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