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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,985 cc

X457 XALMOT history

X457 XAL is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 25 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 59,688 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
59,688 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X457 XAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X457 XAL was last recorded at 59,688 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 5,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,040 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,648 miles
Average per year
2,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,688 miles
  • 2025 – 54,040 miles
  • 2024 – 46,580 miles
  • 2023 – 40,796 miles
  • 2022 – 35,850 miles
  • 2019 – 35,678 miles
  • 2017 – 35,468 miles
  • 2016 – 34,938 miles
  • 2015 – 34,110 miles
  • 2014 – 32,929 miles
  • 2013 – 32,061 miles
  • 2012 – 29,955 miles
  • 2011 – 28,501 miles
  • 2010 – 26,351 miles
  • 2009 – 23,721 miles
  • 2008 – 21,102 miles
  • 2007 – 18,315 miles
  • 2006 – 16,464 miles
  • 2005 – 13,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,688 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre splitting on inner wall.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,688 miles (+5,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    59,688 miles
    Test number
    368796665765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre splitting on inner wall.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass54,040 miles (+7,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    54,040 miles
    Test number
    517762453444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer cover deteriorated.

  3. Pass46,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    46,580 miles
    Test number
    556477185811
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded.

  4. Fail46,578 miles (+5,782)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,578 miles
    Test number
    357256055154
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded.

  5. Pass40,796 miles (+4,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    40,796 miles
    Test number
    618383462304
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass35,850 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    35,850 miles
    Test number
    431968634488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,678 miles (+210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    35,678 miles
    Test number
    341810774182
    • AdvisoryO/S REAR TYRE WEARING ON BOTH EDGES.

  8. Pass35,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    35,468 miles
    Test number
    319011080775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail35,468 miles (+530)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,468 miles
    Test number
    936721185321
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  10. Pass34,938 miles (+828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    34,938 miles
    Test number
    544987934144
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass34,110 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    34,110 miles
    Test number
    661592862267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail34,110 miles (+1,181)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,110 miles
    Test number
    557566175456
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass32,929 miles (+868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    32,929 miles
    Test number
    126008904321
    • 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)

  14. Pass32,061 miles (+2,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    32,061 miles
    Test number
    509361693226
    • 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)

  15. Pass29,955 miles (+1,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    29,955 miles
    Test number
    709399192247
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass28,501 miles (+2,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,501 miles
    Test number
    327607391264
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass26,351 miles (+2,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,351 miles
    Test number
    940759990202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass23,721 miles (+2,619)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    23,721 miles
    Test number
    331492099460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,102 miles (+2,787)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,102 miles
    Test number
    571915798219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,315 miles (+1,851)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    18,315 miles
    Test number
    322509197499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,464 miles (+3,066)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,464 miles
    Test number
    654930396227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    13,398 miles
    Test number
    742260305357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X457 XAL

Does X457 XAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X457 XAL is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X457 XAL?
The MOT on X457 XAL is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X457 XAL done?
X457 XAL was recorded at 59,688 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 2,239 miles a year.
Has X457 XAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X457 XAL has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on X457 XAL 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 X457 XAL find?
X457 XAL passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre splitting on inner wall.; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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