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Saab 9-5

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 2,290 cc

V697 EFSMOT history

V697 EFS is a red petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 31 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
95,679 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V697 EFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V697 EFS was last recorded at 95,679 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 1,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,804 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,875 miles
Average per year
2,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,679 miles
  • 2025 – 93,804 miles
  • 2024 – 93,215 miles
  • 2023 – 91,384 miles
  • 2022 – 89,845 miles
  • 2021 – 87,485 miles
  • 2019 – 86,783 miles
  • 2018 – 85,371 miles
  • 2017 – 81,731 miles
  • 2016 – 79,532 miles
  • 2015 – 74,335 miles
  • 2014 – 70,326 miles
  • 2013 – 66,455 miles
  • 2012 – 62,373 miles
  • 2011 – 59,236 miles
  • 2010 – 55,827 miles
  • 2009 – 51,589 miles
  • 2008 – 48,275 miles
  • 2007 – 42,123 miles
  • 2006 – 36,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,679 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront floor pans corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear shocker casings corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills for corrosionRecorded 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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,679 miles (+1,875)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    95,679 miles
    Test number
    177398431744
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills for corrosion

  2. Pass93,804 miles (+589)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,804 miles
    Test number
    113445071169
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills for corrosion

  3. Pass93,215 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,215 miles
    Test number
    185501747389
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all subfrme arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all subframe arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank straps corroded

  4. Fail93,215 miles (+1,831)2 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,215 miles
    Test number
    685012395980
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all subfrme arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all subframe arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank straps corroded

  5. Pass91,384 miles (+1,539)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,384 miles
    Test number
    381115203853
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass89,845 miles (+2,360)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,845 miles
    Test number
    253034049314
    • MinorCentral Rear Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor covered in underseal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust parts corroded

  7. Pass87,485 miles (+702)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    87,485 miles
    Test number
    432250763510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sills at rear corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust parts corroded

  8. Pass86,783 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,783 miles
    Test number
    147297767183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust parts corroded.

  9. Fail86,781 miles (+1,410)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,781 miles
    Test number
    621947077676
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear rear section. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust parts corroded.

  10. Pass85,371 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,371 miles
    Test number
    884100349544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  11. Fail85,370 miles (+3,639)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,370 miles
    Test number
    333342667384
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  12. Pass81,731 miles (+2,199)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    81,731 miles
    Test number
    219020931012
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoot floor becoming corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn inner edges.
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust parts corroded.

  13. Pass79,532 miles (+5,197)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    79,532 miles
    Test number
    854577636643
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor pan becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak at gearbox

  14. Pass74,335 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,335 miles
    Test number
    327694345076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
    • NoteRear and middle exhaust parts corroded

  15. Fail74,335 miles (+4,009)5 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,335 miles
    Test number
    197584245076
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCentre heat sheild loose
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
    • NoteRear and middle exhaust parts corroded

  16. Pass70,326 miles (+3,871)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,326 miles
    Test number
    267493944051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  17. Pass66,455 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,455 miles
    Test number
    927556143017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,373 miles (+3,137)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    62,373 miles
    Test number
    598770642093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,236 miles (+3,409)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,236 miles
    Test number
    425845441016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,827 miles (+4,238)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    55,827 miles
    Test number
    182787840454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,589 miles (+3,314)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    51,589 miles
    Test number
    184276739498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,275 miles (+6,152)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    48,275 miles
    Test number
    863877938027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,123 miles (+5,793)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    42,123 miles
    Test number
    731170447059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,330 miles
    Test number
    553993336028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V697 EFS

Does V697 EFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V697 EFS is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V697 EFS?
The MOT on V697 EFS is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V697 EFS done?
V697 EFS was recorded at 95,679 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 2,903 miles a year.
Has V697 EFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V697 EFS has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V697 EFS 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 V697 EFS find?
V697 EFS passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front coil spring corroded both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 8 more.

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