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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T271 NBLMOT history

T271 NBL is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 10 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 150,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2024
Mileage
150,241 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T271 NBL
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
10 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T271 NBL was last recorded at 150,241 miles on 16 Jun 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,238 miles · 6 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 150,241 miles
  • 2022 – 148,413 miles
  • 2021 – 146,142 miles
  • 2020 – 145,420 miles
  • 2019 – 144,362 miles
  • 2018 – 143,533 miles
  • 2017 – 141,913 miles
  • 2016 – 137,561 miles
  • 2015 – 132,346 miles
  • 2014 – 127,656 miles
  • 2013 – 123,892 miles
  • 2012 – 118,203 miles
  • 2011 – 113,444 miles
  • 2010 – 109,064 miles
  • 2009 – 103,379 miles
  • 2008 – 98,151 miles
  • 2007 – 89,578 miles
  • 2006 – 83,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,241 miles
  • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip outwith swept area (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement knuckle rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement knuckle rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth bonnet struts inoperativeRecorded 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam and offside rear (2.5.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,241 miles (+3)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    150,241 miles
    Test number
    742380225829
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip outwith swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement knuckle rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement knuckle rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth bonnet struts inoperative

  2. Fail150,238 miles (+1,825)2 dangerous6 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,238 miles
    Test number
    270549849468
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear at rear brake hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to leaking brake pipe and offside rear handbrake stuck on (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shocker mount to body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shocker mount to body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible excessively deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip outwith swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement knuckle rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement knuckle rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth bonnet struts inoperative

  3. Pass148,413 miles (+2,271)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    148,413 miles
    Test number
    635324365403
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass146,142 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    146,142 miles
    Test number
    555890352974
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail146,142 miles (+722)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,142 miles
    Test number
    284368295711
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass145,420 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    145,420 miles
    Test number
    152862637895
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail145,410 miles (+1,048)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,410 miles
    Test number
    735678423131
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near rear subframe mounts (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass144,362 miles (+829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,362 miles
    Test number
    252363716018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass143,533 miles (+7)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    143,533 miles
    Test number
    271059244156
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam and offside rear (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill section (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBonnet support struts weak
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes and hose ferrules coated in grease not allowing full inspection

  10. Fail143,526 miles (+1,613)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,526 miles
    Test number
    365883821127
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill section and outer lower C post (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam and offside rear (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill section (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBonnet support struts weak
    • AdvisoryEngine breather hose perished and split
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes and hose ferrules coated in grease not allowing full inspection

  11. Pass141,913 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    141,913 miles
    Test number
    781422097590
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and offside rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam and offside rear (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail141,913 miles (+4,352)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,913 miles
    Test number
    115716411960
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and offside rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and offside front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and offside rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam and offside rear (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass137,561 miles (+5,215)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    137,561 miles
    Test number
    427068425369
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear and offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam and offside rear (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and offside rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass132,346 miles (+4,690)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    132,346 miles
    Test number
    568121935138
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass127,656 miles (+3,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    127,656 miles
    Test number
    209081424187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass123,892 miles (+5,689)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    123,892 miles
    Test number
    695155833119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass118,203 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    118,203 miles
    Test number
    236246042490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass113,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    113,444 miles
    Test number
    227257111444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail113,444 miles (+4,380)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,444 miles
    Test number
    288447611151
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass109,064 miles (+5,685)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    109,064 miles
    Test number
    734946820144
    • NoteRear number plate slighty disfigard

  21. Pass103,379 miles (+5,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    103,379 miles
    Test number
    281842619197
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass98,151 miles (+8,573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    98,151 miles
    Test number
    400356108186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail89,578 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    561489777015
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass89,578 miles (+6,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    820279277040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass83,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    83,043 miles
    Test number
    301202576026
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T271 NBL

Does T271 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T271 NBL expired on 15 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T271 NBL?
The MOT on T271 NBL expired on 15 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T271 NBL done?
T271 NBL was recorded at 150,241 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2023, an average of 3,893 miles a year.
Has T271 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T271 NBL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T271 NBL 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 T271 NBL find?
T271 NBL passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip outwith swept area; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'd' bushes; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear brake hose, and 10 more.

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