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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,290 cc

V647 EJMMOT history

V647 EJM is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 23 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 256,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
256,483 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V647 EJM
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
23 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V647 EJM was last recorded at 256,483 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
256,438 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
9,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 256,483 miles
  • 2025 – 245,225 miles
  • 2024 – 232,584 miles
  • 2023 – 228,569 miles
  • 2022 – 224,122 miles
  • 2021 – 219,847 miles
  • 2020 – 212,448 miles
  • 2019 – 203,516 miles
  • 2018 – 189,099 miles
  • 2017 – 177,234 miles
  • 2016 – 167,294 miles
  • 2015 – 160,014 miles
  • 2014 – 149,527 miles
  • 2013 – 139,416 miles
  • 2012 – 129,427 miles
  • 2011 – 117,903 miles
  • 2010 – 108,649 miles
  • 2009 – 96,986 miles
  • 2008 – 88,268 miles
  • 2007 – 81,360 miles
  • 2006 – 73,187 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass256,483 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass256,483 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    256,483 miles
    Test number
    890400966154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail256,438 miles (+11,213)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,438 miles
    Test number
    170014624276
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass245,225 miles (+12,641)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    245,225 miles
    Test number
    180525327403
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted TEMP SECURING DEVICE FITTED (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE TRAVEL HIGH
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass232,584 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    232,584 miles
    Test number
    812438435099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass228,569 miles (+4,447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    228,569 miles
    Test number
    623781689208
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox area
  6. Pass224,122 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    224,122 miles
    Test number
    446629953105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail224,119 miles (+4,272)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,119 miles
    Test number
    561258178836
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass219,847 miles (+7,399)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    219,847 miles
    Test number
    400106313222
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible pipe is in poor condition and corrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  9. Pass212,448 miles (+8,932)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    212,448 miles
    Test number
    121182229563
    • AdvisoryBoth inner driveshaft gaiters are perishing (not split)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are lightly lipped
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox area (end plate)
  10. Pass203,516 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    203,516 miles
    Test number
    436175950082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail203,056 miles (+13,957)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,056 miles
    Test number
    577372312984
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass189,099 miles (+11,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    189,099 miles
    Test number
    120421598714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass177,234 miles (+9,940)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    177,234 miles
    Test number
    171379980470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
  14. Pass167,294 miles (+7,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    167,294 miles
    Test number
    495881787173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are scored and lipped and pads crumbling
  15. Pass160,014 miles (+10,487)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    160,014 miles
    Test number
    555375955128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass149,527 miles (+10,111)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    149,527 miles
    Test number
    217667334128
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteNsr hand brake cable support broken but cable still supported
    • NoteOsr hand brake cable support starting to split
  17. Pass139,416 miles (+9,989)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    139,416 miles
    Test number
    197044813106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass129,427 miles (+11,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    129,427 miles
    Test number
    995357212104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  19. Fail117,903 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,903 miles
    Test number
    326768711140
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  20. Pass117,903 miles (+9,254)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    117,903 miles
    Test number
    497348211137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  21. Pass108,649 miles (+11,663)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    108,649 miles
    Test number
    822126420117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass96,986 miles (+8,718)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    96,986 miles
    Test number
    722805719193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass88,268 miles (+6,908)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    741947018199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,360 miles (+8,173)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    81,360 miles
    Test number
    930931237173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    73,187 miles
    Test number
    444876136180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V647 EJM

Does V647 EJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V647 EJM is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V647 EJM?
The MOT on V647 EJM is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V647 EJM done?
V647 EJM was recorded at 256,483 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 9,222 miles a year.
Has V647 EJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V647 EJM has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V647 EJM 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 V647 EJM find?
V647 EJM passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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