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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,290 cc

V83 KGKMOT history

V83 KGK is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 20 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 176,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2025
Mileage
176,690 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V83 KGK
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
20 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V83 KGK was last recorded at 176,690 miles on 15 Sept 2025, 4,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,869 miles · 21 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,821 miles
Average per year
5,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,690 miles
  • 2024 – 171,869 miles
  • 2023 – 166,408 miles
  • 2022 – 161,488 miles
  • 2021 – 158,176 miles
  • 2020 – 155,259 miles
  • 2019 – 152,045 miles
  • 2018 – 148,394 miles
  • 2017 – 144,847 miles
  • 2016 – 140,702 miles
  • 2015 – 135,947 miles
  • 2014 – 130,882 miles
  • 2013 – 126,255 miles
  • 2012 – 121,424 miles
  • 2011 – 116,350 miles
  • 2010 – 115,531 miles
  • 2009 – 103,373 miles
  • 2008 – 94,336 miles
  • 2007 – 81,972 miles
  • 2006 – 73,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,690 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to become detached DUE TO CORROSION (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill @ (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill @ (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top spring mounting corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion through boot floor just outside prescribed area
  • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light inoperativeRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear subframe washers corroded thin @ limit
  • AdvisorySide skirts fittedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front foglamp not working

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged @ limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened @ limit at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail176,690 miles (+4,821)1 dangerous11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,690 miles
    Test number
    227008667624
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to become detached DUE TO CORROSION (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill @ (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill @ (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top spring mounting corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion through boot floor just outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear subframe washers corroded thin @ limit
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  2. Pass171,869 miles (+5,461)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    171,869 miles
    Test number
    411127018829
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play @ limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened @ limit and advise replacing very soon (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged @ limit (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting in various placed under vehicle. Also side skirts fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded very thin in places also minor leak @ repaired section
    • AdvisoryN/s park brake slower to apply than o/s
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear upper rose bush's

  3. Pass166,408 miles (+4,920)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    166,408 miles
    Test number
    180323604519
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened @ limit (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged @ limit (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s park brake a little slower to apply than o/s
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear upper eyeball joints on rear hub

  4. Pass161,488 miles (+77)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    161,488 miles
    Test number
    887207037574
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened @ limit at time of test (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged @ limit at time of test (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light inoperative
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  5. Fail161,411 miles (+3,235)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,411 miles
    Test number
    803339982632
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened @ limit at time of test (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged @ limit at time of test (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount broken but system still secure
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light inoperative
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  6. Pass158,176 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    158,176 miles
    Test number
    123060724023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  7. Fail158,166 miles (+2,907)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,166 miles
    Test number
    276595608552
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  8. Pass155,259 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    155,259 miles
    Test number
    194381250777
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  9. Fail155,249 miles (+3,204)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,249 miles
    Test number
    845661248439
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  10. Pass152,045 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    152,045 miles
    Test number
    179202721650
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail152,029 miles (+3,635)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,029 miles
    Test number
    368413585821
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated x2 (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass148,394 miles (+3,547)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    148,394 miles
    Test number
    193444027587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working & insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  13. Pass144,847 miles (+4,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    144,847 miles
    Test number
    341076258374
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer rose joints x4 (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass140,702 miles (+4,755)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    140,702 miles
    Test number
    907600681346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer rose joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer rose joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seatbelt has a cut which would be a fail if seats were fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  15. Pass135,947 miles (+5,065)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    135,947 miles
    Test number
    936888212627
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear seatbelt cut

  16. Pass130,882 miles (+4,627)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    130,882 miles
    Test number
    387678544279
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear seatbelt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (no seat fitted)

  17. Pass126,255 miles (+4,831)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    126,255 miles
    Test number
    997879943221
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  18. Pass121,424 miles (+5,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    121,424 miles
    Test number
    149180552276
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass116,350 miles (+819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    116,350 miles
    Test number
    918959241257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass115,531 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    115,531 miles
    Test number
    103174740294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail115,531 miles (+12,158)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,531 miles
    Test number
    203464240210
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail103,373 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,373 miles
    Test number
    702597749246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass103,373 miles (+9,037)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    103,373 miles
    Test number
    810337149279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass94,336 miles (+12,364)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    94,336 miles
    Test number
    242329248273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail81,972 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,972 miles
    Test number
    344122447216
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass81,972 miles (+8,218)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    81,972 miles
    Test number
    410972047271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass73,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    73,754 miles
    Test number
    913359646266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V83 KGK

Does V83 KGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V83 KGK expired on 20 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V83 KGK?
The MOT on V83 KGK expired on 20 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V83 KGK done?
V83 KGK was recorded at 176,690 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2025, an average of 5,410 miles a year.
Has V83 KGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V83 KGK has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V83 KGK 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 V83 KGK find?
V83 KGK failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 6 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm likely to become detached due to corrosion; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis, and 15 more.

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