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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,985 cc

X797 HJBMOT history

X797 HJB is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
145,742 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 HJB
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
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 HJB was last recorded at 145,742 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 15,952 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,790 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
15,952 miles
Average per year
5,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,742 miles
  • 2025 – 129,790 miles
  • 2024 – 123,123 miles
  • 2023 – 117,274 miles
  • 2022 – 115,274 miles
  • 2021 – 113,526 miles
  • 2020 – 111,728 miles
  • 2019 – 107,356 miles
  • 2018 – 101,733 miles
  • 2017 – 96,552 miles
  • 2016 – 91,444 miles
  • 2015 – 86,659 miles
  • 2014 – 81,462 miles
  • 2013 – 75,668 miles
  • 2012 – 71,559 miles
  • 2011 – 65,404 miles
  • 2010 – 60,220 miles
  • 2009 – 55,392 miles
  • 2008 – 51,148 miles
  • 2007 – 45,146 miles
  • 2006 – 39,823 miles
  • 2005 – 34,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,742 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,742 miles (+15,952)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    145,742 miles
    Test number
    209282429521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,790 miles (+6,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    129,790 miles
    Test number
    369060732107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,123 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,123 miles
    Test number
    878694064091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer/inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded

  4. Fail123,123 miles (+5,849)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,123 miles
    Test number
    625735226954
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer/inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded

  5. Pass117,274 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,274 miles
    Test number
    322467433365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail117,072 miles (+1,798)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,072 miles
    Test number
    608397143412
    • MajorNearside Front Brake valve leaking Main ABS unit (1.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Pass115,274 miles (+1,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    115,274 miles
    Test number
    165929060055
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass113,526 miles (+1,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    113,526 miles
    Test number
    344625421850
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Pass111,728 miles (+4,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,728 miles
    Test number
    262899730422
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer casing corroded

  10. Pass107,356 miles (+5,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,356 miles
    Test number
    952407547896
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,733 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    101,733 miles
    Test number
    535461636667
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust in poor condition

  12. Fail101,733 miles (+5,181)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,733 miles
    Test number
    700329586703
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust in poor condition

  13. Pass96,552 miles (+5,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    96,552 miles
    Test number
    695164234703
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded but no leaks

  14. Pass91,444 miles (+4,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    91,444 miles
    Test number
    774729322674
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer casing corroded but not leaking

  15. Pass86,659 miles (+5,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    841636499473
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  16. Pass81,462 miles (+5,794)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,462 miles
    Test number
    197730094246
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  17. Pass75,668 miles (+4,109)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    75,668 miles
    Test number
    395597973232
    • NoteExhaust deteriorating
    • NoteFront brakes release unevenly
    • NoteRear wiper split

  18. Pass71,559 miles (+6,155)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,559 miles
    Test number
    599172482212
    • NoteExhaust deteriorating

  19. Pass65,404 miles (+5,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    65,404 miles
    Test number
    687623681289
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass60,220 miles (+4,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,220 miles
    Test number
    201554980213
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass55,392 miles (+4,244)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,392 miles
    Test number
    390195789452
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to get low + slight outer shoulder wear
    • NoteRear silencer starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight front brake imbalance

  22. Pass51,148 miles (+6,002)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    51,148 miles
    Test number
    141154698223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,146 miles (+5,323)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,146 miles
    Test number
    133313287221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,823 miles (+5,698)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,823 miles
    Test number
    583019986201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    34,125 miles
    Test number
    764142995269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X797 HJB

Does X797 HJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X797 HJB is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X797 HJB?
The MOT on X797 HJB is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X797 HJB done?
X797 HJB was recorded at 145,742 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 5,368 miles a year.
Has X797 HJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 HJB has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on X797 HJB 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 X797 HJB find?
X797 HJB passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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