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Blue and Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,994 cc

G16 TAKMOT history

G16 TAK is a blue and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 26 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 94,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
94,625 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G16 TAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Blue and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

G16 TAK was last recorded at 94,625 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,709 miles · 22 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
916 miles
Average per year
4,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,625 miles
  • 2024 – 93,709 miles
  • 2023 – 92,508 miles
  • 2022 – 90,715 miles
  • 2021 – 89,210 miles
  • 2020 – 87,888 miles
  • 2019 – 84,558 miles
  • 2018 – 81,706 miles
  • 2017 – 75,297 miles
  • 2016 – 68,153 miles
  • 2015 – 61,467 miles
  • 2014 – 53,754 miles
  • 2013 – 46,571 miles
  • 2012 – 43,242 miles
  • 2011 – 39,903 miles
  • 2010 – 36,195 miles
  • 2009 – 30,934 miles
  • 2008 – 24,419 miles
  • 2007 – 19,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,625 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside at caliper connection (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside at caliper connection (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached both nearside and offside (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills have plastic covers fitted at time of test

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,625 miles (+916)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    94,625 miles
    Test number
    936221015470
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside at caliper connection (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside at caliper connection (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached both nearside and offside (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills have plastic covers fitted at time of test

  2. Pass93,709 miles (+1,201)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,709 miles
    Test number
    603484397181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,508 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    92,508 miles
    Test number
    876873724653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail92,506 miles (+1,791)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,506 miles
    Test number
    854020966264
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  5. Pass90,715 miles (+1,505)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,715 miles
    Test number
    112762705038
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame under brace (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass89,210 miles (+1,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    89,210 miles
    Test number
    258448420692
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,888 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,888 miles
    Test number
    496116530063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,558 miles (+2,852)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,558 miles
    Test number
    308605766016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,706 miles (+6,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,706 miles
    Test number
    473907159751
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass75,297 miles (+7,144)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,297 miles
    Test number
    775124084790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,153 miles (+6,686)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,153 miles
    Test number
    586349550661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,467 miles (+7,713)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,467 miles
    Test number
    146173165417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass53,754 miles (+7,183)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,754 miles
    Test number
    309109954008
    • NoteFront inner brake pads worn low
    • NoteRear inner brake pads worn low

  14. Pass46,571 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,571 miles
    Test number
    885800873098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,242 miles (+3,339)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,242 miles
    Test number
    489157572040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,903 miles (+3,708)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,903 miles
    Test number
    646114981002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,195 miles (+5,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,195 miles
    Test number
    464297350059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass30,934 miles (+6,515)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,934 miles
    Test number
    572168869062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,419 miles (+5,284)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,419 miles
    Test number
    594578858054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,135 miles
    Test number
    341840667041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G16 TAK

Does G16 TAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G16 TAK expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G16 TAK?
The MOT on G16 TAK expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G16 TAK done?
G16 TAK was recorded at 94,625 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 4,160 miles a year.
Has G16 TAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G16 TAK has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on G16 TAK 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 G16 TAK find?
G16 TAK passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with 9 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside at caliper connection; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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