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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,290 cc

V694 FRHMOT history

V694 FRH is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 28 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2026
Mileage
67,602 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V694 FRH
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
28 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V694 FRH was last recorded at 67,602 miles on 10 Feb 2025, 9,265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,337 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
9,265 miles
Average per year
2,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,602 miles
  • 2024 – 58,337 miles
  • 2020 – 57,171 miles
  • 2019 – 55,300 miles
  • 2018 – 53,481 miles
  • 2017 – 51,377 miles
  • 2016 – 49,192 miles
  • 2015 – 47,162 miles
  • 2014 – 44,791 miles
  • 2013 – 42,261 miles
  • 2012 – 39,598 miles
  • 2011 – 37,216 miles
  • 2010 – 33,856 miles
  • 2009 – 31,703 miles
  • 2008 – 28,405 miles
  • 2007 – 25,182 miles
  • 2006 – 22,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,602 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Underside has applied material on suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,602 miles (+9,265)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    67,602 miles
    Test number
    509252519721
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass58,337 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    58,337 miles
    Test number
    254172726215
    • AdvisoryUnderside has applied material on suspension components

  3. Fail58,305 miles (+1,134)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,305 miles
    Test number
    644770796622
    • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt torn (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has applied material on suspension components

  4. Pass57,171 miles (+1,871)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,171 miles
    Test number
    987748838453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake reluctor wheel corroded

  5. Pass55,300 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    55,300 miles
    Test number
    840059102597
    • AdvisoryAll underside suspension components corroded

  6. Fail55,300 miles (+1,819)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,300 miles
    Test number
    169129830319
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside suspension components corroded

  7. Pass53,481 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,481 miles
    Test number
    872546893112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Fail53,465 miles (+2,088)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,465 miles
    Test number
    133691486881
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass51,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,377 miles
    Test number
    870468943168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail51,377 miles (+2,185)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,377 miles
    Test number
    697916068202
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass49,192 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,192 miles
    Test number
    369631640079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail49,192 miles (+2,030)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,192 miles
    Test number
    956839992800
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable return spring broken

  13. Pass47,162 miles (+2,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,162 miles
    Test number
    829748355030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass44,791 miles (+2,530)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,791 miles
    Test number
    579778854082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass42,261 miles (+2,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,261 miles
    Test number
    796119153048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass39,598 miles (+2,382)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,598 miles
    Test number
    515160962098
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust centre silencer corroded

  17. Pass37,216 miles (+3,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,216 miles
    Test number
    589881061040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass33,856 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,856 miles
    Test number
    662488760083
    • NoteFront and rear number plates honeycome backings

  19. Fail33,849 miles (+2,146)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,849 miles
    Test number
    804881760082
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates honeycome backings

  20. Pass31,703 miles (+3,298)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    31,703 miles
    Test number
    710775659016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    28,405 miles
    Test number
    952565148063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail28,405 miles (+3,223)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,405 miles
    Test number
    923883948095
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  23. Pass25,182 miles (+2,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    25,182 miles
    Test number
    604650647062
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass22,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    22,286 miles
    Test number
    501075546092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V694 FRH

Does V694 FRH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V694 FRH expired on 9 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V694 FRH?
The MOT on V694 FRH expired on 9 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V694 FRH done?
V694 FRH was recorded at 67,602 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2025, an average of 2,386 miles a year.
Has V694 FRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V694 FRH has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V694 FRH 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 V694 FRH find?
V694 FRH passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2025 with 5 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear direction indicator slightly discoloured both, and 2 more.

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