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Subaru Tribeca

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 3,000 cc

C5 MFBMOT history

C5 MFB is a black petrol Subaru Tribeca first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 148,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jun 2026
Mileage
148,769 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 MFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Tribeca
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 MFB was last recorded at 148,769 miles on 18 Jun 2025, 3,772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,997 miles · 10 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3,772 miles
Average per year
7,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,769 miles
  • 2024 – 144,997 miles
  • 2023 – 140,921 miles
  • 2022 – 136,012 miles
  • 2021 – 129,728 miles
  • 2020 – 126,819 miles
  • 2019 – 118,466 miles
  • 2018 – 113,781 miles
  • 2017 – 107,706 miles
  • 2016 – 95,296 miles
  • 2015 – 78,257 miles
  • 2014 – 70,390 miles
  • 2013 – 54,005 miles
  • 2012 – 44,146 miles
  • 2011 – 35,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,769 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sillsRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnder body shields fittedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Corrosion present on subframes and suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,769 miles (+3,772)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    148,769 miles
    Test number
    940042997916
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted

  2. Pass144,997 miles (+4,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    144,997 miles
    Test number
    252550067657
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

  3. Pass140,921 miles (+71)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,921 miles
    Test number
    496498437332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present on subframes and suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside front flexy hose security could be improved
    • AdvisoryParking brake reserve could be improved

  4. Fail140,850 miles (+4,838)2 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,850 miles
    Test number
    314169015664
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres bald on inside edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present on subframes and suspension components
    • AdvisoryExhaust in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside front flexible brake hose security could be improved
    • AdvisoryService and parking brake reserve could be improved

  5. Pass136,012 miles (+6,284)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,012 miles
    Test number
    495680917375
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass129,728 miles (+2,909)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,728 miles
    Test number
    693611016108
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted

  7. Pass126,819 miles (+8,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    126,819 miles
    Test number
    974747802862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass118,466 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,466 miles
    Test number
    412940938918
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted

  9. Fail118,462 miles (+4,681)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,462 miles
    Test number
    687919587215
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClamp missing on exhaust sleeve
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted

  10. Pass113,781 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    113,781 miles
    Test number
    171276039688
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted

  11. Fail113,781 miles (+6,075)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,781 miles
    Test number
    474708554448
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted

  12. Pass107,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    107,706 miles
    Test number
    293216996764
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnderbody shields fitted

  13. Fail107,706 miles (+12,410)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,706 miles
    Test number
    736988237964
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnderbody shields fitted

  14. Pass95,296 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    95,296 miles
    Test number
    793397108621
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody shields fitted

  15. Fail95,296 miles (+17,039)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,296 miles
    Test number
    225857362891
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody shields fitted

  16. Pass78,257 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    78,257 miles
    Test number
    328342925004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,256 miles (+7,866)1 failure2 repaired6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,256 miles
    Test number
    617364915080
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn and split
    • NoteHeat shield on the o/s exhaust front pipe loose and rattling
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on the centre of the tread

  18. Pass70,390 miles (+16,385)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,390 miles
    Test number
    899768784059
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass54,005 miles (+9,859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,005 miles
    Test number
    406759073072
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass44,146 miles (+8,457)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,146 miles
    Test number
    227979072029
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished
    • NoteWipers poor

  21. Pass35,689 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,689 miles
    Test number
    949313771073
    • NoteBoth sills coverd

Questions about C5 MFB

Does C5 MFB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 MFB expired on 17 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 MFB?
The MOT on C5 MFB expired on 17 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 MFB done?
C5 MFB was recorded at 148,769 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2025, an average of 7,928 miles a year.
Has C5 MFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 MFB has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2023.
Has the mileage on C5 MFB 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 C5 MFB find?
C5 MFB passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush; offside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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