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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,290 cc

T842 VAPMOT history

T842 VAP is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
95,680 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T842 VAP
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
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T842 VAP was last recorded at 95,680 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,680 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,680 miles
  • 2025 – 83,033 miles
  • 2024 – 74,862 miles
  • 2023 – 66,324 miles
  • 2022 – 63,046 miles
  • 2021 – 60,081 miles
  • 2020 – 58,360 miles
  • 2019 – 56,741 miles
  • 2018 – 54,963 miles
  • 2017 – 53,071 miles
  • 2016 – 50,964 miles
  • 2015 – 48,992 miles
  • 2014 – 46,707 miles
  • 2013 – 43,426 miles
  • 2012 – 40,984 miles
  • 2011 – 38,739 miles
  • 2010 – 36,571 miles
  • 2009 – 33,961 miles
  • 2008 – 30,953 miles
  • 2007 – 28,036 miles
  • 2006 – 25,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,680 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg , heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive pouter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VOID OF TREAD ON INNER EDGE / CLOSE TO EXSPOSING CORD/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,680 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    95,680 miles
    Test number
    805350572517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (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 Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg , heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive pouter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail95,680 miles (+12,647)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,680 miles
    Test number
    982387629594
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge / on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg , heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive pouter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,033 miles (+8,171)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    83,033 miles
    Test number
    194641492402
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn outer bush / close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass74,862 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    74,862 miles
    Test number
    311222302499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both / nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both /nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail74,862 miles (+8,538)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,862 miles
    Test number
    444415185783
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both / nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both /nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass66,324 miles (+113)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,324 miles
    Test number
    126121799769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VOID OF TREAD ON INNER EDGE / CLOSE TO EXSPOSING CORD/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail66,211 miles (+3,165)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,211 miles
    Test number
    674563921751
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VOID OF TREAD ON INNER EDGE / CLOSE TO EXSPOSING CORD/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass63,046 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    63,046 miles
    Test number
    485009880631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,081 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    60,081 miles
    Test number
    888369025726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,360 miles (+1,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    58,360 miles
    Test number
    675991107696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass56,741 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    56,741 miles
    Test number
    202990570802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,963 miles (+1,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,963 miles
    Test number
    888618750290
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass53,071 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,071 miles
    Test number
    685842758735
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderside and suspension components very rusty

  14. Fail53,071 miles (+2,107)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,071 miles
    Test number
    171034578709
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded heel board (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderside and suspension components very rusty

  15. Pass50,964 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    50,964 miles
    Test number
    409766642107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  16. Fail50,964 miles (+1,972)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,964 miles
    Test number
    691522598748
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  17. Pass48,992 miles (+2,285)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,992 miles
    Test number
    365582495089
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass46,707 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,707 miles
    Test number
    986729794081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,426 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,426 miles
    Test number
    595490903176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  20. Fail43,426 miles (+2,442)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,426 miles
    Test number
    178600003111
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  21. Pass40,984 miles (+2,245)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,984 miles
    Test number
    405608902105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass38,739 miles (+2,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,739 miles
    Test number
    135171911191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  23. Pass36,571 miles (+2,610)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,571 miles
    Test number
    253742110461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,961 miles (+3,008)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,961 miles
    Test number
    670124119180
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs in poor condition,rear wiper blade split

  25. Pass30,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,953 miles
    Test number
    844923918176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,953 miles (+2,917)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,953 miles
    Test number
    494652418133
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs in poor condition

  27. Pass28,036 miles (+2,439)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2008
    Odometer
    28,036 miles
    Test number
    364447307176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCondition of rear number plate.
    • NoteNearside and offside outer body sills not checked due to plastic covers.

  28. Pass25,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,597 miles
    Test number
    612607816137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T842 VAP

Does T842 VAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T842 VAP is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T842 VAP?
The MOT on T842 VAP is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T842 VAP done?
T842 VAP was recorded at 95,680 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 3,543 miles a year.
Has T842 VAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T842 VAP has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T842 VAP 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 T842 VAP find?
T842 VAP passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush, and 4 more.

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