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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,290 cc

T116 ALJMOT history

T116 ALJ is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2021 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 192,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2021
Mileage
192,697 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T116 ALJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T116 ALJ was last recorded at 192,697 miles on 2 Dec 2021, 2,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,989 miles · 22 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,708 miles
Average per year
4,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 192,697 miles
  • 2020 – 189,989 miles
  • 2019 – 186,821 miles
  • 2018 – 183,688 miles
  • 2017 – 179,474 miles
  • 2016 – 176,110 miles
  • 2015 – 172,286 miles
  • 2014 – 168,580 miles
  • 2013 – 165,086 miles
  • 2012 – 161,540 miles
  • 2011 – 157,129 miles
  • 2010 – 153,706 miles
  • 2009 – 146,780 miles
  • 2008 – 136,640 miles
  • 2007 – 126,662 miles
  • 2006 – 120,619 miles
  • 2005 – 114,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail192,697 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule centre ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBonnet struts weak
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted so unable to inspect condition of sills

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.

  • Under body corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2020

  • Near side mirror broken

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Plastic over sills fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake discs in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear chassis very corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail192,697 miles (+2,708)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,697 miles
    Test number
    813961272238
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule centre ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts weak
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted so unable to inspect condition of sills

  2. Pass189,989 miles (+13)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    189,989 miles
    Test number
    252054824110
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor to sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near sub frame fixings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear wheel arches corroded

  3. Fail189,976 miles (+3,155)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,976 miles
    Test number
    385201739378
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrakes worn
    • AdvisoryNear side miror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  4. Pass186,821 miles (+3,133)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    186,821 miles
    Test number
    331970755707
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass183,688 miles (+30)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    183,688 miles
    Test number
    313438871237
    • AdvisoryNear side mirror broken
    • AdvisoryPlastic over sills fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic over sills fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear chassis very corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  6. Fail183,658 miles (+4,184)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,658 miles
    Test number
    945356045375
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side mirror broken
    • AdvisoryOil fumes in cab
    • AdvisoryPlastic over sills fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic over sills fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear chassis very corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  7. Pass179,474 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    179,474 miles
    Test number
    445203975542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe corroded near flex
    • AdvisoryBrakes not tested due to fluid leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  8. Fail179,463 miles (+3,353)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,463 miles
    Test number
    394593368642
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both d bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both front wishbones (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view wing mirror glass (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking burst (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings at sub frame fixings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe corroded near flex
    • AdvisoryBrakes not tested due to fluid leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  9. Pass176,110 miles (+3,824)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    176,110 miles
    Test number
    227945073571
    • AdvisoryBoth front wish bones corroded
    • AdvisoryNear side mirror broken
    • AdvisoryOff side front to rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brakes in poor condition

  10. Pass172,286 miles (+3,706)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    172,286 miles
    Test number
    942644139897
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  11. Pass168,580 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    168,580 miles
    Test number
    448623804423
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteFront wish bones corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  12. Fail168,580 miles (+3,494)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,580 miles
    Test number
    327243404335
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteFront wish bones corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  13. Pass165,086 miles (+3,546)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    165,086 miles
    Test number
    619014503368
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded
    • NoteNear side tyre worn on edge
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass161,540 miles (+4,411)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    161,540 miles
    Test number
    638264002311
    • NoteAinbalance on front brakes
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass157,129 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    157,129 miles
    Test number
    407121101476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass153,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    153,706 miles
    Test number
    101744710306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail153,706 miles (+6,926)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,706 miles
    Test number
    430534310397
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass146,780 miles (+10,140)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    146,780 miles
    Test number
    232516619304
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass136,640 miles (+9,978)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    136,640 miles
    Test number
    434454728483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,662 miles (+6,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    126,662 miles
    Test number
    480413827364
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass120,619 miles (+6,224)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    120,619 miles
    Test number
    682990926346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass114,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    114,395 miles
    Test number
    521412035384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T116 ALJ

Does T116 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T116 ALJ expired on 21 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T116 ALJ?
The MOT on T116 ALJ expired on 21 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T116 ALJ done?
T116 ALJ was recorded at 192,697 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2021, an average of 4,891 miles a year.
Has T116 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T116 ALJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T116 ALJ 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 T116 ALJ find?
T116 ALJ failed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2021 with 3 major defects and 7 advisories: emissions not tested; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer; nearside rear wheel bearing rough when rotated, and 7 more.

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