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Saab 9-5

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

Y26 RHMMOT history

Y26 RHM is a blue diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 31 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 335,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
335,499 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
18,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 RHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y26 RHM was last recorded at 335,499 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
335,399 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
100 miles
Average per year
18,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 335,499 miles
  • 2025 – 330,132 miles
  • 2024 – 329,713 miles
  • 2023 – 309,396 miles
  • 2022 – 279,177 miles
  • 2021 – 249,445 miles
  • 2020 – 221,548 miles
  • 2019 – 199,351 miles
  • 2018 – 173,718 miles
  • 2016 – 157,049 miles
  • 2015 – 144,150 miles
  • 2014 – 130,481 miles
  • 2013 – 104,375 miles
  • 2012 – 74,407 miles
  • 2011 – 62,815 miles
  • 2010 – 49,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass335,499 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • 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))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass335,499 miles (+100)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    335,499 miles
    Test number
    199346638351
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail335,399 miles (+5,267)4 major2 repaired3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    335,399 miles
    Test number
    594141574686
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch behind shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch behind shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  3. Pass330,132 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    330,132 miles
    Test number
    895276978924
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail330,132 miles (+419)2 repaired3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    330,132 miles
    Test number
    125012767904
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail329,713 miles (+20,317)5 major3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    329,713 miles
    Test number
    921129470717
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive close to excess (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp

  6. Pass309,396 miles (+438)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    309,396 miles
    Test number
    275959723313
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively disc judder (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail308,958 miles (+29,781)2 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    308,958 miles
    Test number
    481326049137
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively disc judder (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake return springs broken

  8. Pass279,177 miles (+29,732)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    279,177 miles
    Test number
    335268586606
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle slightly damaged

  9. Pass249,445 miles (+803)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    249,445 miles
    Test number
    541460076267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp warning light on

  10. Fail248,642 miles (+27,094)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,642 miles
    Test number
    927101795834
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed split badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp warning light on

  11. Pass221,548 miles (+22,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    221,548 miles
    Test number
    917316576083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass199,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    199,351 miles
    Test number
    434629589660
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  13. Fail199,351 miles (+25,633)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,351 miles
    Test number
    493956504966
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  14. Pass173,718 miles (+16,669)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    173,718 miles
    Test number
    143833531164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass157,049 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    157,049 miles
    Test number
    401028690226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  16. Fail157,046 miles (+12,896)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,046 miles
    Test number
    295278108969
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  17. Pass144,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    144,150 miles
    Test number
    305278905418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail144,148 miles (+13,667)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,148 miles
    Test number
    196938105219
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass130,481 miles (+26,106)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    130,481 miles
    Test number
    237601974108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass104,375 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,375 miles
    Test number
    415356583136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Fail104,362 miles (+29,955)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,362 miles
    Test number
    697346183122
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass74,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,407 miles
    Test number
    398483352177
    • 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)

  23. Fail74,407 miles (+11,592)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,407 miles
    Test number
    428249842162
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • 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)

  24. Pass62,815 miles (+13,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,815 miles
    Test number
    367706171042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Fail49,538 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,538 miles
    Test number
    122578880449
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass49,538 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,538 miles
    Test number
    724328380070
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y26 RHM

Does Y26 RHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y26 RHM is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y26 RHM?
The MOT on Y26 RHM is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y26 RHM done?
Y26 RHM was recorded at 335,499 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 18,055 miles a year.
Has Y26 RHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 RHM has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y26 RHM 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 Y26 RHM find?
Y26 RHM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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