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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,290 cc

YSC 497MOT history

YSC 497 is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 129,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
129,256 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YSC 497
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YSC 497 was last recorded at 129,256 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,240 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,256 miles
  • 2025 – 127,739 miles
  • 2024 – 125,513 miles
  • 2023 – 120,598 miles
  • 2022 – 111,607 miles
  • 2021 – 111,322 miles
  • 2020 – 109,993 miles
  • 2018 – 105,458 miles
  • 2017 – 105,141 miles
  • 2016 – 105,108 miles
  • 2015 – 101,631 miles
  • 2014 – 91,572 miles
  • 2013 – 83,822 miles
  • 2012 – 76,555 miles
  • 2011 – 71,573 miles
  • 2010 – 65,559 miles
  • 2009 – 59,489 miles
  • 2008 – 54,365 miles
  • 2007 – 47,729 miles
  • 2006 – 43,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,256 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder side of car has age related corrosionRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,256 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    129,256 miles
    Test number
    590727609986
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of car has age related corrosion

  2. Fail129,240 miles (+1,501)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,240 miles
    Test number
    771093111352
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to petrol leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure tank strap insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of car has age related corrosion

  3. Pass127,739 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    127,739 miles
    Test number
    437884088787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail127,735 miles (+2,222)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,735 miles
    Test number
    166491183924
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass125,513 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,513 miles
    Test number
    614851620090
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail125,513 miles (+4,915)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,513 miles
    Test number
    667748515333
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass120,598 miles (+8,991)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    120,598 miles
    Test number
    527694058150
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Bearing worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass111,607 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    111,607 miles
    Test number
    875267473269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail111,592 miles (+270)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,592 miles
    Test number
    399094110701
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass111,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    763542488197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,322 miles (+1,329)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    433627033124
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass109,993 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,993 miles
    Test number
    671416578481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail109,976 miles (+4,518)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,976 miles
    Test number
    878084742327
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass105,458 miles (+317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,458 miles
    Test number
    558700528864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass105,141 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    105,141 miles
    Test number
    862708574010
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail105,108 miles (+3,477)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,108 miles
    Test number
    720268896079
    • FailureFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass101,631 miles (+10,059)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    101,631 miles
    Test number
    803987149801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,572 miles (+7,750)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,572 miles
    Test number
    276808254273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,822 miles (+7,267)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,822 miles
    Test number
    565495943213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,555 miles2 repaired11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,555 miles
    Test number
    405463222266
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust front middle and rear sections corroded

  21. Pass76,555 miles (+4,982)11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,555 miles
    Test number
    679943422255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust front middle and rear sections corroded

  22. Pass71,573 miles (+6,014)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,573 miles
    Test number
    239220331252
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  23. Pass65,559 miles (+6,070)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    65,559 miles
    Test number
    211952030230
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  24. Pass59,489 miles (+5,124)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    59,489 miles
    Test number
    420760939219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass54,365 miles (+6,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,365 miles
    Test number
    583753638273
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass47,729 miles (+4,534)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,729 miles
    Test number
    373952737233
    • NoteREAR TYRES GETTING LOW AND SLIGHT CRACKING ON TREAD

  27. Pass43,195 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,195 miles
    Test number
    372934636230
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to check rear seatbelts due to child seats being fitted

Questions about YSC 497

What vehicle is registration YSC 497 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YSC 497 on a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 30 Apr 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YSC 497 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YSC 497 is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on YSC 497?
The MOT on YSC 497 is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YSC 497 done?
YSC 497 was recorded at 129,256 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 4,273 miles a year.
Has YSC 497 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YSC 497 has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on YSC 497 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 YSC 497 find?
YSC 497 passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 5 more.

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