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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y49 AAFMOT history

Y49 AAF is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 135,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2023
Mileage
135,729 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y49 AAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y49 AAF was last recorded at 135,729 miles on 9 Feb 2022, 1,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,031 miles · 16 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,698 miles
Average per year
5,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 135,729 miles
  • 2021 – 134,031 miles
  • 2020 – 131,279 miles
  • 2019 – 128,345 miles
  • 2018 – 126,597 miles
  • 2017 – 120,729 miles
  • 2016 – 112,855 miles
  • 2015 – 105,596 miles
  • 2014 – 98,446 miles
  • 2013 – 93,922 miles
  • 2012 – 88,592 miles
  • 2011 – 83,845 miles
  • 2010 – 76,176 miles
  • 2009 – 63,870 miles
  • 2008 – 54,640 miles
  • 2007 – 47,324 miles
  • 2006 – 39,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,729 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront boot lid does not stay open
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,729 miles1 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    135,729 miles
    Test number
    427491097474
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront boot lid does not stay open
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail135,729 miles (+1,698)2 repaired1 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,729 miles
    Test number
    918261869101
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront boot lid does not stay open
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass134,031 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    134,031 miles
    Test number
    743341782751
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail134,004 miles (+2,725)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,004 miles
    Test number
    649783667482
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass131,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,279 miles
    Test number
    313641411710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail131,279 miles (+2,934)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,279 miles
    Test number
    618443831909
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass128,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    128,345 miles
    Test number
    441956356742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail128,345 miles (+1,748)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,345 miles
    Test number
    701012025291
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass126,597 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    126,597 miles
    Test number
    523594520791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail126,595 miles (+5,866)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,595 miles
    Test number
    506760090711
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass120,729 miles (+7,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    120,729 miles
    Test number
    146785157433
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass112,855 miles (+7,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,855 miles
    Test number
    367349796839
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on underside of vehicle

  13. Pass105,596 miles (+7,150)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    105,596 miles
    Test number
    128185515440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront lower arms have surface corrosion present

  14. Pass98,446 miles (+4,524)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    98,446 miles
    Test number
    345202804020
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail93,922 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,922 miles
    Test number
    355147113055
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)

  16. Pass93,922 miles (+5,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    93,922 miles
    Test number
    459687613090
    • 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)

  17. Pass88,592 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    88,592 miles
    Test number
    369807512069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,845 miles1 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,845 miles
    Test number
    126162611015
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll discs appear to have some wear, removal of wheels required for a full inspection

  19. Pass83,845 miles (+7,669)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    83,845 miles
    Test number
    327862911094
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll discs appear to have some wear, removal of wheels required for a full inspection

  20. Fail76,176 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,176 miles
    Test number
    110514610052
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass76,176 miles (+12,306)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    76,176 miles
    Test number
    670184110008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,870 miles (+9,230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,870 miles
    Test number
    431709619039
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass54,640 miles (+7,316)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,640 miles
    Test number
    954325028024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,324 miles (+7,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    47,324 miles
    Test number
    980110837012
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  25. Pass39,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    39,799 miles
    Test number
    302253616077
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  26. Fail39,799 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,799 miles
    Test number
    544403516080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about Y49 AAF

Does Y49 AAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y49 AAF expired on 15 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y49 AAF?
The MOT on Y49 AAF expired on 15 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y49 AAF done?
Y49 AAF was recorded at 135,729 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2022, an average of 5,968 miles a year.
Has Y49 AAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y49 AAF has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y49 AAF 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 Y49 AAF find?
Y49 AAF passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 20 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, and 18 more.

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