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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,994 cc

494 BBOMOT history

494 BBO is a grey petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 12 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 123,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2024
Mileage
123,429 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
494 BBO
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

494 BBO was last recorded at 123,429 miles on 30 Aug 2023, 541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,888 miles · 1 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
541 miles
Average per year
5,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,429 miles
  • 2022 – 122,888 miles
  • 2021 – 122,002 miles
  • 2020 – 121,070 miles
  • 2019 – 118,913 miles
  • 2018 – 115,112 miles
  • 2017 – 109,236 miles
  • 2016 – 102,983 miles
  • 2015 – 97,100 miles
  • 2014 – 91,927 miles
  • 2013 – 86,964 miles
  • 2012 – 82,220 miles
  • 2011 – 72,120 miles
  • 2010 – 62,774 miles
  • 2009 – 51,319 miles
  • 2008 – 37,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,429 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside floors/inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside floors

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,429 miles (+541)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,429 miles
    Test number
    622338243535
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside floors/inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,888 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,888 miles
    Test number
    757890765521
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail122,888 miles (+886)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,888 miles
    Test number
    503188355400
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass122,002 miles (+932)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    122,002 miles
    Test number
    234397726049
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and offside rear subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,070 miles (+2,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    121,070 miles
    Test number
    562398606760
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,913 miles (+3,801)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,913 miles
    Test number
    345875138448
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,112 miles (+5,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,112 miles
    Test number
    376712710406
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  8. Pass109,236 miles (+6,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,236 miles
    Test number
    154963936918
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  9. Pass102,983 miles (+5,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,983 miles
    Test number
    667177780180
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar link arm slight movement

  10. Pass97,100 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    97,100 miles
    Test number
    108154405295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,084 miles (+5,157)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,084 miles
    Test number
    259685395170
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear side wiper blade split on ends

  12. Pass91,927 miles (+4,963)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,927 miles
    Test number
    417069294165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail86,964 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,964 miles
    Test number
    246161263184
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass86,964 miles (+4,744)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    86,964 miles
    Test number
    519871263149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass82,220 miles (+10,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    82,220 miles
    Test number
    918282452180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass72,120 miles (+9,346)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    72,120 miles
    Test number
    157067511171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,774 miles (+11,455)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    62,774 miles
    Test number
    354791230194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,319 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,319 miles
    Test number
    182839219236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,318 miles (+14,299)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,318 miles
    Test number
    491718119267
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass37,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,019 miles
    Test number
    714815358266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 494 BBO

What vehicle is registration 494 BBO currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 494 BBO on a grey petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 12 Sept 2005. 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 494 BBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 494 BBO expired on 31 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 494 BBO?
The MOT on 494 BBO expired on 31 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 494 BBO done?
494 BBO was recorded at 123,429 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2023, an average of 5,774 miles a year.
Has 494 BBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 494 BBO has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on 494 BBO 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 494 BBO find?
494 BBO passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2023 with 13 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside floors/inner sills, and 10 more.

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