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Saab 9-5

Silver · Lpg · 1999 · 2,290 cc

V9 PERMOT history

V9 PER is a silver lpg Saab 9-5 first used on 11 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 163,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
163,402 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 PER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Lpg
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 PER was last recorded at 163,402 miles on 1 May 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,388 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
4,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,402 miles
  • 2025 – 162,439 miles
  • 2024 – 160,969 miles
  • 2023 – 158,810 miles
  • 2022 – 158,091 miles
  • 2021 – 156,813 miles
  • 2020 – 156,008 miles
  • 2019 – 154,019 miles
  • 2018 – 153,445 miles
  • 2017 – 153,153 miles
  • 2016 – 152,602 miles
  • 2015 – 149,404 miles
  • 2014 – 141,417 miles
  • 2013 – 135,271 miles
  • 2012 – 131,005 miles
  • 2011 – 122,718 miles
  • 2009 – 111,050 miles
  • 2008 – 106,028 miles
  • 2007 – 100,514 miles
  • 2006 – 89,382 miles
  • 2005 – 80,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,402 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central exhaust shield loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,402 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    163,402 miles
    Test number
    462578678751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail163,388 miles (+949)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,388 miles
    Test number
    205422535134
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass162,439 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    162,439 miles
    Test number
    814250525769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail162,425 miles (+1,456)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,425 miles
    Test number
    671937370258
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Holed By Rear Subframe Mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Holed By Subframe Mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Box Blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel Filter and Adjoining Pipes Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass160,969 miles (+2,159)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    160,969 miles
    Test number
    810602170445
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Round rear subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Round rear subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass158,810 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    158,810 miles
    Test number
    598807160688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail158,794 miles (+703)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,794 miles
    Test number
    434134515833
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass158,091 miles (+37)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    158,091 miles
    Test number
    689219170401
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp/s not working

  9. Fail158,054 miles (+1,241)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,054 miles
    Test number
    159620336339
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp/s not working

  10. Pass156,813 miles (+805)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,813 miles
    Test number
    246676236428
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass156,008 miles (+1,989)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    156,008 miles
    Test number
    896619041518
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  12. Pass154,019 miles (+34)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    154,019 miles
    Test number
    113687802192
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badley corroded

  13. Fail153,985 miles (+540)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,985 miles
    Test number
    970266437440
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badley corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  14. Pass153,445 miles (+292)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    153,445 miles
    Test number
    866048518851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  15. Pass153,153 miles (+551)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    153,153 miles
    Test number
    847852927781
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  16. Pass152,602 miles (+3,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    152,602 miles
    Test number
    344901418347
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner tail light not working
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box coroding

  17. Pass149,404 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    149,404 miles
    Test number
    969368965061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail149,385 miles (+7,968)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,385 miles
    Test number
    426355665064
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding

  19. Pass141,417 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    141,417 miles
    Test number
    147726364424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail141,403 miles (+6,132)2 dangerous1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,403 miles
    Test number
    175135964494
    • DangerousElectrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • DangerousElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension 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)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded

  21. Pass135,271 miles (+4,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    135,271 miles
    Test number
    598837153065
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Fail131,005 miles1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,005 miles
    Test number
    177577312473
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteThe front number plate is damaged
    • NoteThe rear exhaust box is corroded

  23. Pass131,005 miles (+16)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    131,005 miles
    Test number
    809397912037
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteThe front number plate is damaged
    • NoteThe rear exhaust box is corroded

  24. Fail130,989 miles (+8,271)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,989 miles
    Test number
    346606312074
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteThe front number plate is damaged
    • NoteThe rear exhaust box is corroded

  25. Pass122,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    122,718 miles
    Test number
    466715521001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail122,718 miles (+11,668)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,718 miles
    Test number
    718414821008
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass111,050 miles (+5,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    111,050 miles
    Test number
    954375239331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass106,028 miles (+5,514)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    106,028 miles
    Test number
    854506318354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass100,514 miles (+11,132)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    100,514 miles
    Test number
    453773017355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass89,382 miles (+8,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    89,382 miles
    Test number
    224870306341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass80,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    80,422 miles
    Test number
    483147885255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V9 PER

Does V9 PER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 PER is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 PER?
The MOT on V9 PER is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 PER done?
V9 PER was recorded at 163,402 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 4,039 miles a year.
Has V9 PER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 PER has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V9 PER 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 V9 PER find?
V9 PER passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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