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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,290 cc

S90 PWLMOT history

S90 PWL is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 20 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 86,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2022
Mileage
86,755 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 PWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S90 PWL was last recorded at 86,755 miles on 4 Feb 2022, 2,537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,218 miles · 9 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,537 miles
Average per year
4,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 86,755 miles
  • 2021 – 84,218 miles
  • 2020 – 79,963 miles
  • 2019 – 74,368 miles
  • 2018 – 69,562 miles
  • 2017 – 62,802 miles
  • 2016 – 55,983 miles
  • 2015 – 54,541 miles
  • 2014 – 51,880 miles
  • 2013 – 48,730 miles
  • 2012 – 45,360 miles
  • 2011 – 40,976 miles
  • 2010 – 36,467 miles
  • 2009 – 29,023 miles
  • 2008 – 22,725 miles
  • 2007 – 18,035 miles
  • 2006 – 13,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,755 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect os and ns (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn osr upper and lower outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear silencer heavily corroded

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,755 miles (+2,537)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,755 miles
    Test number
    663431042274
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect os and ns (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn osr upper and lower outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heavily corroded

  2. Pass84,218 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,218 miles
    Test number
    801687468888
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail84,218 miles (+4,255)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,218 miles
    Test number
    861333898375
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    79,963 miles
    Test number
    700889198017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail79,963 miles (+5,595)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,963 miles
    Test number
    344612245889
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass74,368 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    74,368 miles
    Test number
    277235695794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering has slight play

  7. Fail74,368 miles (+4,806)1 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,368 miles
    Test number
    621960441979
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering has slight play

  8. Pass69,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    69,562 miles
    Test number
    511102425810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,562 miles (+6,760)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,562 miles
    Test number
    871964454114
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass62,802 miles (+6,819)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,802 miles
    Test number
    101613448862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass55,983 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    55,983 miles
    Test number
    432803706670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Fail55,983 miles (+1,442)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,983 miles
    Test number
    763461060614
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass54,541 miles (+2,661)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    54,541 miles
    Test number
    856194845286
    • NoteAdvies rear exhaust mount broken

  14. Pass51,880 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,880 miles
    Test number
    645426544275
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail51,878 miles (+3,148)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,878 miles
    Test number
    137528934244
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass48,730 miles (+3,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    48,730 miles
    Test number
    636303933242
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass45,360 miles (+4,384)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,360 miles
    Test number
    428470032248
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect both outer sills due to covers fitted

  18. Pass40,976 miles (+4,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,976 miles
    Test number
    565027421213
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass36,467 miles (+7,444)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,467 miles
    Test number
    230839330269
    • NoteFront pads worn low
    • NoteSlight movement in subframe mbushes
    • NoteWindscreen wipers smearing slightly

  20. Pass29,023 miles (+6,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,023 miles
    Test number
    743538139124
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass22,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,725 miles
    Test number
    271699218494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,725 miles (+4,690)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,725 miles
    Test number
    913939118176
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass18,035 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    18,035 miles
    Test number
    391325137185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,003 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    13,003 miles
    Test number
    782585976041
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S90 PWL

Does S90 PWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S90 PWL expired on 14 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S90 PWL?
The MOT on S90 PWL expired on 14 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S90 PWL done?
S90 PWL was recorded at 86,755 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2022, an average of 4,641 miles a year.
Has S90 PWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 PWL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S90 PWL 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 S90 PWL find?
S90 PWL failed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2022 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect os and ns; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 3 more.

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