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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T254 PFHMOT history

T254 PFH is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 155,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2024
Mileage
155,475 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T254 PFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T254 PFH was last recorded at 155,475 miles on 11 Jan 2024, 2,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,957 miles · 11 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,518 miles
Average per year
4,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,475 miles
  • 2023 – 152,957 miles
  • 2022 – 150,559 miles
  • 2021 – 150,549 miles
  • 2020 – 148,563 miles
  • 2019 – 145,537 miles
  • 2018 – 142,483 miles
  • 2017 – 138,794 miles
  • 2016 – 134,630 miles
  • 2015 – 129,253 miles
  • 2014 – 124,520 miles
  • 2013 – 119,308 miles
  • 2012 – 114,479 miles
  • 2011 – 109,528 miles
  • 2010 – 104,233 miles
  • 2009 – 97,123 miles
  • 2008 – 87,509 miles
  • 2007 – 80,268 miles
  • 2006 – 70,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,475 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both the nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both the nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both the nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at joints (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both the nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,475 miles (+2,518)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,475 miles
    Test number
    631455859952
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both the nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both the nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both the nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at joints (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both the nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass152,957 miles (+2,398)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    152,957 miles
    Test number
    464754595821
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front back plates missing
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass150,559 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,559 miles
    Test number
    954366003923
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside front inner wing turrets (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail150,549 miles (+1,986)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,549 miles
    Test number
    935631376263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near and offside front inner wing turrets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass148,563 miles (+3,026)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    148,563 miles
    Test number
    621170402917
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake only just met requirements advise attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

  6. Pass145,537 miles (+3,054)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    145,537 miles
    Test number
    594626789912
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met minimum requirments 18% advise attention

  7. Pass142,483 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,483 miles
    Test number
    534210467329
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine advise attention
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency close to minimum requirements may require adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroding

  8. Fail142,474 miles (+3,680)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,474 miles
    Test number
    546820133215
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak from enging advise attention

  9. Pass138,794 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,794 miles
    Test number
    889839695771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,768 miles (+4,138)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,768 miles
    Test number
    347089181203
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass134,630 miles (+5,377)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,630 miles
    Test number
    242031367309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing n/s and o/s (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

  12. Pass129,253 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    129,253 miles
    Test number
    297230365115
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion on underside of vehicle

  13. Fail129,253 miles (+4,733)1 repaired8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,253 miles
    Test number
    389290365119
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion on underside of vehicle

  14. Pass124,520 miles10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    124,520 miles
    Test number
    575670874115
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion to floor
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail124,520 miles (+5,212)3 failures10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,520 miles
    Test number
    697974564111
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion to floor
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail119,308 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,308 miles
    Test number
    217739563418
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Note1 corrosion to brake pipes 2 corrosion to front / rear discs 3 0il leak

  17. Pass119,308 miles (+4,829)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    119,308 miles
    Test number
    489789363160
    • Note1 corrosion to brake pipes 2 corrosion to front / rear discs 3 0il leak

  18. Pass114,479 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    114,479 miles
    Test number
    429736182152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail114,371 miles (+4,843)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,371 miles
    Test number
    938159572180
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass109,528 miles (+5,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    109,528 miles
    Test number
    559834571128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass104,233 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    104,233 miles
    Test number
    173038580133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,181 miles (+7,058)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,181 miles
    Test number
    104273280191
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCondition of all brake discs

  23. Pass97,123 miles (+9,614)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    97,123 miles
    Test number
    523338689146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,509 miles (+7,241)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    87,509 miles
    Test number
    451383388199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass80,268 miles (+10,227)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    80,268 miles
    Test number
    270825987132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    70,041 miles
    Test number
    940540596149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T254 PFH

Does T254 PFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T254 PFH expired on 17 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T254 PFH?
The MOT on T254 PFH expired on 17 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T254 PFH done?
T254 PFH was recorded at 155,475 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2024, an average of 4,880 miles a year.
Has T254 PFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T254 PFH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T254 PFH 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 T254 PFH find?
T254 PFH failed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2024 with 8 major defects and 6 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; front inner brake disc significantly and obviously worn both the nearside and offside; headlamp aim too low both the nearside and offside, and 11 more.

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