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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,290 cc

V61 GEBMOT history

V61 GEB is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2021 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 180,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2021
Mileage
180,866 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2024
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V61 GEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2021
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V61 GEB was last recorded at 180,866 miles on 17 Feb 2024, 8,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,263 miles · 15 May 2020
Between the last two tests
8,603 miles
Average per year
3,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 180,866 miles
  • 2020 – 172,263 miles
  • 2018 – 161,766 miles
  • 2017 – 151,632 miles
  • 2016 – 145,658 miles
  • 2015 – 138,380 miles
  • 2014 – 135,993 miles
  • 2013 – 133,610 miles
  • 2012 – 128,973 miles
  • 2011 – 126,890 miles
  • 2006 – 125,908 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,866 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
  • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted limiting inspection

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. At rear flexible hose join.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,866 miles (+8,603)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,866 miles
    Test number
    402983889126
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted limiting inspection

  2. Pass172,263 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    172,263 miles
    Test number
    864990485096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. At rear flexible hose join. (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail172,214 miles (+10,448)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,214 miles
    Test number
    207543255973
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. At rear flexible hose join. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass161,766 miles (+10,134)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    161,766 miles
    Test number
    500556977239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread worn to 3mm

  5. Pass151,632 miles (+5,974)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    151,632 miles
    Test number
    594366563247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass145,658 miles (+7,278)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    145,658 miles
    Test number
    592572951270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,380 miles (+2,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    138,380 miles
    Test number
    606320908327
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has sight damage

  8. Pass135,993 miles (+2,383)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    135,993 miles
    Test number
    447304994255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly deteriorated

  9. Pass133,610 miles (+4,637)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    133,610 miles
    Test number
    418794083242
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass128,973 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    128,973 miles
    Test number
    347616082269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail126,890 miles (+982)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,890 miles
    Test number
    446687961140
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass125,908 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    125,908 miles
    Test number
    312680256434
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail125,907 miles4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,907 miles
    Test number
    801719446266
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/F IND LAMP FADED
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about V61 GEB

Does V61 GEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V61 GEB expired on 14 May 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V61 GEB?
The MOT on V61 GEB expired on 14 May 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V61 GEB done?
V61 GEB was recorded at 180,866 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2024, an average of 3,150 miles a year.
Has V61 GEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V61 GEB has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V61 GEB 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 V61 GEB find?
V61 GEB failed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released; brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected, and 6 more.

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