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Saab 9-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T994 MBLMOT history

T994 MBL is a red petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
122,631 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T994 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T994 MBL was last recorded at 122,631 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,623 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,631 miles
  • 2024 – 121,862 miles
  • 2023 – 119,974 miles
  • 2022 – 119,313 miles
  • 2021 – 119,289 miles
  • 2019 – 119,162 miles
  • 2018 – 118,720 miles
  • 2017 – 118,004 miles
  • 2016 – 117,054 miles
  • 2015 – 116,420 miles
  • 2014 – 115,640 miles
  • 2013 – 114,211 miles
  • 2012 – 112,281 miles
  • 2011 – 109,093 miles
  • 2010 – 106,891 miles
  • 2009 – 102,057 miles
  • 2008 – 93,519 miles
  • 2007 – 84,861 miles
  • 2006 – 76,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,631 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,631 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    122,631 miles
    Test number
    978114112099
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail122,623 miles (+761)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,623 miles
    Test number
    341441440821
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,862 miles (+1,888)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,862 miles
    Test number
    664727567932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,974 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    119,974 miles
    Test number
    179681580942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass119,313 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,313 miles
    Test number
    578651345091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    119,289 miles
    Test number
    839693156888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,289 miles (+127)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,289 miles
    Test number
    739934364576
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass119,162 miles (+442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,162 miles
    Test number
    405581292987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass118,720 miles (+716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    118,720 miles
    Test number
    860467601457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,004 miles (+950)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,004 miles
    Test number
    551927162655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass117,054 miles (+634)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,054 miles
    Test number
    229287989431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,420 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    116,420 miles
    Test number
    710368725294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail116,392 miles (+752)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,392 miles
    Test number
    459653826318
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass115,640 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    115,640 miles
    Test number
    509625074235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLarger tyres fitted to front axle
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorating
    • NoteOffside wiper blade poor condition

  15. Fail115,640 miles (+1,429)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,640 miles
    Test number
    548975174297
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLarger tyres fitted to front axle
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorating
    • NoteOffside wiper blade poor condition

  16. Pass114,211 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    114,211 miles
    Test number
    335488563250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass112,281 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    112,281 miles
    Test number
    675927872236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • Note16% parking brake efficiency
    • NoteBonnet struts faulty
    • NoteNearside parking brake recorded low effort
    • NoteSmaller tyres fitted to rear axle

  18. Fail112,281 miles (+3,188)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,281 miles
    Test number
    486707072227
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBonnet struts faulty
    • NoteNearside parking brake recorded low effort
    • NoteSmaller tyres fitted to rear axle

  19. Pass109,093 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    109,093 miles
    Test number
    348228951464
    • NoteFront and rear tyres have different aspect ratios fitted

  20. Fail109,090 miles (+2,199)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,090 miles
    Test number
    337076451422
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear tyres have different aspect ratios fitted

  21. Pass106,891 miles (+4,834)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    106,891 miles
    Test number
    203814140135
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/s rear seat belt stork sticking
    • NoteUnable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

  22. Pass102,057 miles (+8,538)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,057 miles
    Test number
    933980779085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass93,519 miles (+8,658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    93,519 miles
    Test number
    263601878090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass84,861 miles (+8,227)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    84,861 miles
    Test number
    231279977054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    76,634 miles
    Test number
    834638366032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T994 MBL

Does T994 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T994 MBL is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T994 MBL?
The MOT on T994 MBL is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T994 MBL done?
T994 MBL was recorded at 122,631 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 2,329 miles a year.
Has T994 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T994 MBL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T994 MBL 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 T994 MBL find?
T994 MBL passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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