S2RBM - SAAB 9-5
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
The Saab 9-5, often referred to simply as the Saab 9-5, is a mid-size luxury sedan renowned for its Scandinavian engineering and distinctive design. Manufactured by Saab Automobile from 1997 to 2012, the model has garnered a reputation for safety, innovation, and durability. Notable for its turbocharged engines and advanced safety features, the Saab 9-5 combines practicality with a unique driving experience. Its production spanned several generations, with each offering improvements in comfort, technology, and performance, making it a notable choice among executive saloons. The vehicle’s emphasis on driver comfort and safety, alongside its robust build quality, continues to appeal to enthusiasts and practical drivers alike.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
Data provided by DVLA
MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 28 MOT tests
A 2002 Saab 9-5 registered in April 2002, finished in silver with a 2171cc diesel engine. The vehicle has CO2 emissions of 178 g/km. It is currently taxed and has a valid MOT until 23 October 2025, with the latest test conducted on 24 October 2024. The recorded mileage is 167,838 miles. The MOT included an advisory note regarding light misting of oil on the offside rear shock absorbers, which is not considered dangerous.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
28
Passed Tests
20
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 24 October 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 167,838 mi
Expires: 23 October 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil shock abs starting to weep (5.3.2 (b))
Passed - 02 November 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 167,162 mi
Expires: 24 November 2024
Passed - 31 October 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 165,652 mi
Expires: 24 November 2023
Passed - 01 November 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 164,110 mi
Expires: 24 November 2022
Passed - 03 November 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 162,516 mi
Expires: 24 November 2021
Failed - 29 October 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 162,506 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above tank (1.1.11 (c))
- Major Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above tank (1.1.11 (c))
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 01 November 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 160,341 mi
Expires: 24 November 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Failed - 31 October 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 160,341 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 26 October 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 157,403 mi
Expires: 24 November 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 26 October 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 157,403 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 31 October 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 154,657 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- Major Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 31 October 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 154,657 mi
Expires: 24 November 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 28 October 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 151,155 mi
Expires: 24 November 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory advise n/s/f fog light inop
- Advisory Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes slight play (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush slight play in upper suspension components (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 27 October 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 151,138 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- Major Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- Major Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Major Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Major Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory advise n/s/f fog light inop
- Advisory Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes slight play (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory advise front tyers wearing on edges
- Advisory Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush slight play in upper suspension components (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 10 November 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 147,145 mi
Expires: 24 November 2016
Passed - 25 November 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 143,946 mi
Expires: 24 November 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 08 November 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 140,078 mi
Expires: 07 November 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 02 November 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 136,567 mi
Expires: 06 November 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 04 November 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 133,205 mi
Expires: 06 November 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 27 October 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 130,353 mi
Passed - 27 October 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 130,353 mi
Expires: 06 November 2011
Passed - 02 November 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 125,295 mi
Expires: 06 November 2010
Passed - 03 November 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,651 mi
Expires: 06 November 2009
Failed - 29 October 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,518 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
- Major Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
- Major Nearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
Passed - 03 November 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,525 mi
Expires: 06 November 2008
Failed - 02 November 2007 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,525 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Dangerous Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Passed - 04 November 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,584 mi
Expires: 06 November 2007
Passed - 07 November 2005
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,927 mi
Expires: 06 November 2006
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for S2RBM?
The MOT expires on 23 October 2025.
What is the tax status of S2RBM?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 November 2025.
What are the specifications of S2RBM?
This is a 2002 SAAB 9-5 in Silver. It runs on Diesel with a 2171cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of S2RBM?
This vehicle produces 178 g/km of CO2 emissions.