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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,290 cc

S44 BHUMOT history

S44 BHU is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 179,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2023
Mileage
179,726 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BHU was last recorded at 179,726 miles on 7 Sept 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,726 miles · 1 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 179,726 miles
  • 2021 – 170,259 miles
  • 2020 – 164,596 miles
  • 2019 – 158,491 miles
  • 2018 – 153,607 miles
  • 2017 – 148,162 miles
  • 2016 – 142,283 miles
  • 2015 – 139,315 miles
  • 2014 – 135,335 miles
  • 2013 – 130,820 miles
  • 2012 – 127,097 miles
  • 2011 – 122,194 miles
  • 2010 – 117,087 miles
  • 2009 – 112,976 miles
  • 2008 – 108,470 miles
  • 2007 – 103,559 miles
  • 2006 – 97,029 miles
  • 2005 – 77,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,726 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan becoming corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Inner C.V boot perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Boot floor holed non structural

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Heat sheild at fuel tank insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    179,726 miles
    Test number
    118010709838
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail179,726 miles (+9,467)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,726 miles
    Test number
    307380131392
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at front section (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear plastic trim fouling on tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass170,259 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    170,259 miles
    Test number
    373235036251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from engine and gearbox

  4. Fail170,259 miles (+5,663)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,259 miles
    Test number
    240669184826
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from engine and gearbox

  5. Pass164,596 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    164,596 miles
    Test number
    566624585342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner C.V boot perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor holed non structural
    • AdvisoryHeat sheild at fuel tank insecure

  6. Fail164,596 miles (+6,105)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,596 miles
    Test number
    741059731960
    • MajorFloor excessively deteriorated various (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both upper outer rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner C.V boot perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor holed non structural
    • AdvisoryHeat sheild at fuel tank insecure

  7. Pass158,491 miles (+4,884)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    158,491 miles
    Test number
    214521685820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass153,607 miles (+5,445)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    153,607 miles
    Test number
    195380232252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass148,162 miles (+5,879)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    148,162 miles
    Test number
    218120679114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass142,283 miles (+2,968)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    142,283 miles
    Test number
    977099282001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass139,315 miles (+3,980)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    139,315 miles
    Test number
    787497345149
    • NoteEml light on

  12. Pass135,335 miles (+4,515)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    135,335 miles
    Test number
    709744514173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,820 miles (+3,723)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    130,820 miles
    Test number
    716028443157
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on extreme inner edge

  14. Pass127,097 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    127,097 miles
    Test number
    219453342285
    • NoteGear box stablizer mounting ex play
    • NoteManagement light on

  15. Fail127,090 miles (+4,896)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,090 miles
    Test number
    507161242297
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEsp light on
    • NoteGear box stablizer mounting ex play
    • NoteManagement light on

  16. Pass122,194 miles (+5,107)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    122,194 miles
    Test number
    285427531287
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs pitted
    • NoteManagement light on constant

  17. Pass117,087 miles (+4,111)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    117,087 miles
    Test number
    443955330297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass112,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    112,976 miles
    Test number
    974419809320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail112,976 miles (+4,506)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,976 miles
    Test number
    124899509362
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  20. Pass108,470 miles (+4,911)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    108,470 miles
    Test number
    920639218334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail103,559 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,559 miles
    Test number
    214396517343
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  22. Pass103,559 miles (+6,530)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    103,559 miles
    Test number
    814266217377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass97,029 miles (+19,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    97,029 miles
    Test number
    584203416395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail77,751 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,751 miles
    Test number
    421210925404
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass77,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    77,751 miles
    Test number
    582150625352
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S44 BHU

Does S44 BHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S44 BHU expired on 6 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S44 BHU?
The MOT on S44 BHU expired on 6 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S44 BHU done?
S44 BHU was recorded at 179,726 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2022, an average of 6,067 miles a year.
Has S44 BHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 BHU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S44 BHU 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 BHU find?
S44 BHU passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front floor pan becoming corroded; oil leak.

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