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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,290 cc

T23 GWTMOT history

T23 GWT is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 31 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 87,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2024
Mileage
87,904 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 GWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 GWT was last recorded at 87,904 miles on 4 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,904 miles · 3 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 87,904 miles
  • 2022 – 86,599 miles
  • 2021 – 85,606 miles
  • 2020 – 83,892 miles
  • 2019 – 82,017 miles
  • 2018 – 76,069 miles
  • 2017 – 67,864 miles
  • 2016 – 59,142 miles
  • 2015 – 51,380 miles
  • 2014 – 42,181 miles
  • 2013 – 33,698 miles
  • 2012 – 25,666 miles
  • 2011 – 18,386 miles
  • 2010 – 14,229 miles
  • 2009 – 10,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,904 miles
  • AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKINGRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryO/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKINGRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryO/S WING MIRROR GLASS DETERIORATEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SLIGHT (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST CASING DETERIORATEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySLACK IN PARKING BRAKE LEVERRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TWO PLACES ABOVE REAR SUB-FRAME

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SLIGHT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • REAR FOG LAMP TELL TALE-LIGHT OUTPUT REDUCED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,904 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,904 miles
    Test number
    538765597492
    • AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryO/S WING MIRROR GLASS DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SLIGHT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST CASING DETERIORATED
    • AdvisorySLACK IN PARKING BRAKE LEVER

  2. Fail87,904 miles (+1,305)1 dangerous12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,904 miles
    Test number
    570795896631
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER SIDEWALL SEVERELY PERISHED EXPOSING CORDS IN PLACES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower 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 INNER SIDEWALL SEVERELY PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryO/S WING MIRROR GLASS DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SLIGHT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST CASING DETERIORATED
    • AdvisorySLACK IN PARKING BRAKE LEVER

  3. Pass86,599 miles (+993)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,599 miles
    Test number
    456318736245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  4. Pass85,606 miles (+1,714)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,606 miles
    Test number
    553700661159
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL BRAKE DISCS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION
    • AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower 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 INNER SIDEWALL PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SLIGHT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,892 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,892 miles
    Test number
    548254325046
    • AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TWO PLACES ABOVE REAR SUB-FRAME (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SLIGHT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR FOG LAMP TELL TALE-LIGHT OUTPUT REDUCED

  6. Fail83,890 miles (+1,873)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,890 miles
    Test number
    247704392204
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative OSF LEVEL SENSOR LINKAGE BROKEN & MALFUNCTION LAMP ILLUMINATED (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TWO PLACES ABOVE REAR SUB-FRAME (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SLIGHT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR FOG LAMP TELL TALE-LIGHT OUTPUT REDUCED

  7. Pass82,017 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,017 miles
    Test number
    592167651422
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail82,017 miles (+5,948)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,017 miles
    Test number
    184161533578
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass76,069 miles (+8,205)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,069 miles
    Test number
    585696147685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,864 miles (+2,564)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    67,864 miles
    Test number
    309033391762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,300 miles (+6,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,300 miles
    Test number
    478603441638
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass59,142 miles (+7,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,142 miles
    Test number
    815590204736
    • AdvisoryCuts / cracks on inner side walls of o/s & n/s front tyres
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass51,380 miles (+9,199)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,380 miles
    Test number
    776236925009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,181 miles (+8,483)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    42,181 miles
    Test number
    199466214064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,698 miles (+8,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    33,698 miles
    Test number
    125284803009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass25,666 miles (+7,280)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    25,666 miles
    Test number
    537340112019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,386 miles (+4,157)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    18,386 miles
    Test number
    756537311048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,229 miles (+3,233)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    14,229 miles
    Test number
    330084710039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass10,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    10,996 miles
    Test number
    694851129036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 GWT

Does T23 GWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T23 GWT expired on 4 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T23 GWT?
The MOT on T23 GWT expired on 4 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T23 GWT done?
T23 GWT was recorded at 87,904 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2023, an average of 5,232 miles a year.
Has T23 GWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 GWT has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T23 GWT 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 T23 GWT find?
T23 GWT passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2023 with 11 advisories: n/s headlamp cleaning device not working; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 8 more.

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