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Green and Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,994 cc

L2 HSNMOT history

L2 HSN is a green and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 19 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 213,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
213,972 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 HSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Green and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 HSN was last recorded at 213,972 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,948 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
10,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,972 miles
  • 2025 – 213,948 miles
  • 2024 – 209,806 miles
  • 2023 – 206,046 miles
  • 2022 – 199,797 miles
  • 2021 – 190,362 miles
  • 2020 – 180,570 miles
  • 2019 – 167,608 miles
  • 2018 – 159,392 miles
  • 2017 – 152,352 miles
  • 2016 – 145,472 miles
  • 2015 – 132,853 miles
  • 2014 – 118,387 miles
  • 2013 – 101,987 miles
  • 2012 – 82,061 miles
  • 2011 – 69,223 miles
  • 2010 – 51,596 miles
  • 2009 – 36,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,972 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,972 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    213,972 miles
    Test number
    142005497620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail213,948 miles (+4,142)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,948 miles
    Test number
    901869217856
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sills and inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sills and inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass209,806 miles (+2)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    209,806 miles
    Test number
    893716927473
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail in (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail in (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail209,804 miles (+3,758)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,804 miles
    Test number
    149040473417
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail in (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail in (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass206,046 miles (+58)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    206,046 miles
    Test number
    637777724299
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail205,988 miles (+6,191)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,988 miles
    Test number
    473966333844
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (strut mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Also slight play in ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on the edges and has a nail in
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  7. Pass199,797 miles (+9,435)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    199,797 miles
    Test number
    965572818238
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  8. Pass190,362 miles (+159)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    190,362 miles
    Test number
    283193883610
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components pins or bushes slightly worn/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs covered in sealant, unable to determine the type and quality of the repair

  9. Fail190,203 miles (+9,633)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,203 miles
    Test number
    885151201010
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components pins or bushes slightly worn/deteriorated

  10. Pass180,570 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    180,570 miles
    Test number
    172172220716
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryDiscs worn and corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in the link bars
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushs cracking

  11. Fail180,567 miles (+12,959)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,567 miles
    Test number
    770157549449
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryDiscs worn and corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in the link bars
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushs cracking

  12. Pass167,608 miles (+8,216)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,608 miles
    Test number
    749174705725
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass159,392 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    159,392 miles
    Test number
    376227885949
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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))

  14. Fail159,392 miles (+7,040)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,392 miles
    Test number
    314970965060
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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))

  15. Pass152,352 miles (+6,880)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    152,352 miles
    Test number
    377859212390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass145,472 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    145,472 miles
    Test number
    916580853106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail145,460 miles (+12,607)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,460 miles
    Test number
    520295406571
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass132,853 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    132,853 miles
    Test number
    987110115177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail132,820 miles (+14,433)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,820 miles
    Test number
    168713705167
    • 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 emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass118,387 miles (+16,400)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    118,387 miles
    Test number
    185930794079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  21. Pass101,987 miles (+19,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,987 miles
    Test number
    137028403150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass82,061 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,061 miles
    Test number
    237535412109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail82,009 miles (+12,786)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,009 miles
    Test number
    827161912184
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  24. Pass69,223 miles (+17,627)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,223 miles
    Test number
    959280711118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,596 miles (+15,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    950319400177
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass36,373 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,373 miles
    Test number
    781931119174
    • 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)

Questions about L2 HSN

Does L2 HSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 HSN is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 HSN?
The MOT on L2 HSN is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 HSN done?
L2 HSN was recorded at 213,972 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 10,634 miles a year.
Has L2 HSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 HSN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L2 HSN 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 L2 HSN find?
L2 HSN passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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