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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,290 cc

S44 BHBMOT history

S44 BHB is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 19 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 65,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
65,709 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BHB was last recorded at 65,709 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 2,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,372 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,337 miles
Average per year
2,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,709 miles
  • 2024 – 63,372 miles
  • 2023 – 61,486 miles
  • 2022 – 59,157 miles
  • 2021 – 57,981 miles
  • 2020 – 57,067 miles
  • 2019 – 56,492 miles
  • 2018 – 55,882 miles
  • 2017 – 55,690 miles
  • 2016 – 54,934 miles
  • 2015 – 54,327 miles
  • 2014 – 53,409 miles
  • 2013 – 52,212 miles
  • 2012 – 51,544 miles
  • 2011 – 46,009 miles
  • 2010 – 40,650 miles
  • 2009 – 36,070 miles
  • 2008 – 34,276 miles
  • 2007 – 32,967 miles
  • 2006 – 27,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,709 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre Both sides

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 & Nail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,709 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    65,709 miles
    Test number
    255282956028
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre Both sides

  2. Fail65,709 miles (+2,337)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,709 miles
    Test number
    832432493985
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre Both sides

  3. Pass63,372 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    63,372 miles
    Test number
    159288732043
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail63,372 miles (+1,886)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,372 miles
    Test number
    264591170904
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass61,486 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    61,486 miles
    Test number
    742072549747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 & Nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail61,486 miles (+2,329)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,486 miles
    Test number
    373217139820
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 & Nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass59,157 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    59,157 miles
    Test number
    755274467270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass57,981 miles (+914)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    57,981 miles
    Test number
    927783549219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,067 miles
    Test number
    195208279630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,067 miles (+575)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,067 miles
    Test number
    530916666695
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass56,492 miles (+610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,492 miles
    Test number
    376081781098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass55,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,882 miles
    Test number
    746775898175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,882 miles (+192)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,882 miles
    Test number
    579924357733
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass55,690 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    55,690 miles
    Test number
    740416611859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail55,690 miles (+756)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,690 miles
    Test number
    134258324853
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass54,934 miles (+607)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    469701850754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,327 miles
    Test number
    372073914772
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail54,327 miles (+918)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,327 miles
    Test number
    503514035736
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass53,409 miles (+1,197)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    53,409 miles
    Test number
    175856644338
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass52,212 miles (+668)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    52,212 miles
    Test number
    915668733330
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass51,544 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    51,544 miles
    Test number
    376635052357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,506 miles (+5,497)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,506 miles
    Test number
    197690452322
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  23. Pass46,009 miles (+5,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    46,009 miles
    Test number
    438800751323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass40,650 miles (+4,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,650 miles
    Test number
    152126850321
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass36,070 miles (+1,794)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,070 miles
    Test number
    791078459396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,276 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    34,276 miles
    Test number
    190202858326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,967 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    32,967 miles
    Test number
    843198757347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,673 miles
    Test number
    543046856319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 BHB

Does S44 BHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 BHB is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S44 BHB?
The MOT on S44 BHB is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 BHB done?
S44 BHB was recorded at 65,709 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 2,003 miles a year.
Has S44 BHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 BHB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S44 BHB 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 BHB find?
S44 BHB passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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