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Saab 9-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,962 cc

T550 FFXMOT history

T550 FFX is a red petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 155,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2023
Mileage
155,589 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2022
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T550 FFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T550 FFX was last recorded at 155,589 miles on 12 Sept 2022, 3,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,907 miles · 14 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3,682 miles
Average per year
4,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,589 miles
  • 2021 – 151,907 miles
  • 2019 – 151,321 miles
  • 2018 – 151,053 miles
  • 2017 – 145,237 miles
  • 2016 – 139,028 miles
  • 2015 – 125,881 miles
  • 2014 – 114,739 miles
  • 2012 – 108,413 miles
  • 2011 – 102,225 miles
  • 2010 – 97,196 miles
  • 2009 – 94,671 miles
  • 2008 – 89,267 miles
  • 2007 – 84,010 miles
  • 2006 – 78,860 miles
  • 2005 – 71,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,589 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))

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 Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,589 miles (+3,682)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    155,589 miles
    Test number
    460270031115
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass151,907 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    151,907 miles
    Test number
    405261196330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass151,321 miles (+268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    151,321 miles
    Test number
    213878083996
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass151,053 miles (+5,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    151,053 miles
    Test number
    516139230446
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front inspection cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,237 miles (+6,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    145,237 miles
    Test number
    555310865727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Pass139,028 miles (+13,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    139,028 miles
    Test number
    125954736451
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring worn both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail125,881 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,881 miles
    Test number
    397173485184
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass125,881 miles (+11,142)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    125,881 miles
    Test number
    617133485121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Pass114,739 miles (+6,326)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    114,739 miles
    Test number
    716320054156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,413 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    108,413 miles
    Test number
    346739682431
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear silencer bracket deteriourated

  11. Fail108,397 miles (+6,172)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,397 miles
    Test number
    367239482222
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear silencer bracket deteriourated

  12. Pass102,225 miles (+5,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    102,225 miles
    Test number
    735742511319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  13. Pass97,196 miles (+2,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    97,196 miles
    Test number
    531664690215
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  14. Pass94,671 miles (+5,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,671 miles
    Test number
    402833519403
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass89,267 miles (+5,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    89,267 miles
    Test number
    154729308368
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass84,010 miles (+5,150)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    84,010 miles
    Test number
    641165077278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside mirror glass cracked but not impairing rear vision

  17. Pass78,860 miles (+7,303)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    78,860 miles
    Test number
    710335956289
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside mirror cracked

  18. Pass71,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    71,557 miles
    Test number
    233418475287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T550 FFX

Does T550 FFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T550 FFX expired on 11 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T550 FFX?
The MOT on T550 FFX expired on 11 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T550 FFX done?
T550 FFX was recorded at 155,589 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2022, an average of 4,962 miles a year.
Has T550 FFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T550 FFX has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on T550 FFX 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 T550 FFX find?
T550 FFX passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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