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Subaru Forester XT

Gold · Petrol · 2005 · 2,457 cc

990 UTUMOT history

990 UTU is a gold petrol Subaru Forester XT first used on 23 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 176,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
176,631 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
990 UTU
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester XT
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

990 UTU was last recorded at 176,631 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,606 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
6,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,631 miles
  • 2025 – 176,554 miles
  • 2024 – 172,150 miles
  • 2023 – 169,707 miles
  • 2022 – 164,716 miles
  • 2021 – 156,677 miles
  • 2020 – 150,786 miles
  • 2019 – 143,127 miles
  • 2018 – 143,112 miles
  • 2017 – 130,348 miles
  • 2015 – 126,150 miles
  • 2013 – 110,864 miles
  • 2012 – 100,269 miles
  • 2011 – 94,377 miles
  • 2010 – 89,173 miles
  • 2009 – 80,825 miles
  • 2008 – 56,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,631 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both set of arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded 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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,631 miles (+25)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    176,631 miles
    Test number
    456042988060
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both set of arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail176,606 miles (+52)1 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,606 miles
    Test number
    993897311002
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure pinch bolt around half way done up (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both set of arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail176,554 miles (+4,404)7 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,554 miles
    Test number
    931636681467
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass172,150 miles (+2,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    172,150 miles
    Test number
    637578768289
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner cv boot small hole

  5. Pass169,707 miles (+102)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    169,707 miles
    Test number
    812458967596
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail169,605 miles (+4,889)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,605 miles
    Test number
    828090736623
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass164,716 miles (+8,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    164,716 miles
    Test number
    951299987492
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring and /or top mounting noisy and juddery intermittent when steering turned

  8. Pass156,677 miles (+5,891)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    156,677 miles
    Test number
    746526174330
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak radiator leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive couple of leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront coolant level low
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  9. Pass150,786 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    150,786 miles
    Test number
    972860488790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail150,782 miles (+7,655)2 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,782 miles
    Test number
    530244694933
    • DangerousNearside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible coil over locking device loose (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible coil over locking device loose (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil leaking onto turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass143,127 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    143,127 miles
    Test number
    821025520672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail143,112 miles (+12,764)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,112 miles
    Test number
    483188846992
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center exhaust box pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass130,348 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    130,348 miles
    Test number
    796134242680
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail130,308 miles (+4,158)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,308 miles
    Test number
    575072342197
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass126,150 miles (+15,286)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,150 miles
    Test number
    475491765196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    110,864 miles
    Test number
    309694563423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail110,864 miles (+10,595)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,864 miles
    Test number
    939904563253
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass100,269 miles (+2,045)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    100,269 miles
    Test number
    375493942280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,224 miles (+3,847)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    98,224 miles
    Test number
    769228262024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,377 miles (+5,204)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    94,377 miles
    Test number
    539820431236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOSR brake pads wearing low

  21. Pass89,173 miles (+8,348)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    89,173 miles
    Test number
    844075240208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,825 miles (+24,643)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    80,825 miles
    Test number
    254054649209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,182 miles
    Test number
    541853908210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 990 UTU

What vehicle is registration 990 UTU currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 990 UTU on a gold petrol Subaru Forester XT first used on 23 Jul 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 990 UTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 990 UTU is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 990 UTU?
The MOT on 990 UTU is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 990 UTU done?
990 UTU was recorded at 176,631 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 6,671 miles a year.
Has 990 UTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 990 UTU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on 990 UTU 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 990 UTU find?
990 UTU passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 10 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both set of arms, and 7 more.

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