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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,290 cc

S44 BGDMOT history

S44 BGD is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 3 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 179,943 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
179,943 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BGD was last recorded at 179,943 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 2,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,577 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,366 miles
Average per year
7,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,943 miles
  • 2024 – 177,577 miles
  • 2021 – 177,475 miles
  • 2018 – 177,417 miles
  • 2016 – 171,862 miles
  • 2015 – 165,630 miles
  • 2014 – 157,616 miles
  • 2013 – 153,131 miles
  • 2012 – 144,495 miles
  • 2011 – 134,896 miles
  • 2010 – 126,530 miles
  • 2009 – 107,601 miles
  • 2008 – 84,061 miles
  • 2007 – 59,327 miles
  • 2006 – 34,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,943 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,943 miles (+2,366)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    179,943 miles
    Test number
    432682011717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass177,577 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    177,577 miles
    Test number
    689186391173
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass177,475 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    177,475 miles
    Test number
    773593421382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass177,417 miles (+5,555)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    177,417 miles
    Test number
    599125823202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass171,862 miles (+6,232)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    171,862 miles
    Test number
    631996821995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass165,630 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    165,630 miles
    Test number
    657570215251
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  7. Fail165,629 miles (+8,013)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,629 miles
    Test number
    955783905201
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass157,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    157,616 miles
    Test number
    906712404296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail157,616 miles (+4,485)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,616 miles
    Test number
    809772004247
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  10. Pass153,131 miles (+8,636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    153,131 miles
    Test number
    988322693103
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing in the tread

  11. Pass144,495 miles (+9,599)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    144,495 miles
    Test number
    737716282100
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteAutomatic headlight height adjustment system warning light on
    • NoteRear exhaust section deteriorating

  12. Pass134,896 miles (+8,366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    134,896 miles
    Test number
    387259991182
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass126,530 miles (+18,929)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    126,530 miles
    Test number
    233242200228
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass107,601 miles (+23,540)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    107,601 miles
    Test number
    284324899490
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating slightly

  15. Pass84,061 miles (+24,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,061 miles
    Test number
    651103398130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass59,327 miles (+24,805)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,327 miles
    Test number
    134975507247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,522 miles
    Test number
    932230896035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 BGD

Does S44 BGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 BGD is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 BGD?
The MOT on S44 BGD is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 BGD done?
S44 BGD was recorded at 179,943 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 7,332 miles a year.
Has S44 BGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 BGD has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on S44 BGD 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 BGD find?
S44 BGD passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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