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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,450 cc

L40 OPAMOT history

L40 OPA is a black petrol Subaru Forester first used on 11 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2022 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 98,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2022
Mileage
98,002 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2023
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 OPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,450 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L40 OPA was last recorded at 98,002 miles on 16 May 2023, 1,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,292 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,710 miles
Average per year
5,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,002 miles
  • 2021 – 96,292 miles
  • 2020 – 93,091 miles
  • 2017 – 85,564 miles
  • 2016 – 83,269 miles
  • 2015 – 78,464 miles
  • 2014 – 70,020 miles
  • 2013 – 60,054 miles
  • 2012 – 46,478 miles
  • 2011 – 38,099 miles
  • 2010 – 24,682 miles
  • 2009 – 16,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,002 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,002 miles (+1,710)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,002 miles
    Test number
    581956218003
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,292 miles
    Test number
    796476829329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail96,292 miles (+3,201)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,292 miles
    Test number
    604939999877
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing at tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged both. at tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass93,091 miles (+7,527)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,091 miles
    Test number
    648478610671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,564 miles (+2,295)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,564 miles
    Test number
    369543311421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    83,269 miles
    Test number
    214744608534
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside steering arm has slight play

  7. Fail83,269 miles (+4,805)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,269 miles
    Test number
    139168644712
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside steering arm has slight play

  8. Pass78,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,464 miles
    Test number
    120701915778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,464 miles (+8,444)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,464 miles
    Test number
    843944063380
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass70,020 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,020 miles
    Test number
    325989924302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,012 miles (+9,958)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,012 miles
    Test number
    447895124332
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  12. Pass60,054 miles (+13,576)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    60,054 miles
    Test number
    556167533335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,478 miles
    Test number
    218496902344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,458 miles (+8,359)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,458 miles
    Test number
    745826302337
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass38,099 miles (+13,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,099 miles
    Test number
    215636371248
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass24,682 miles (+7,738)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,682 miles
    Test number
    323883260267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail16,944 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,944 miles
    Test number
    664378159212
    • Repaired at testHeadlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

  18. Pass16,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,944 miles
    Test number
    801318159288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 OPA

Does L40 OPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 OPA expired on 2 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 OPA?
The MOT on L40 OPA expired on 2 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 OPA done?
L40 OPA was recorded at 98,002 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2023, an average of 5,932 miles a year.
Has L40 OPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 OPA has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L40 OPA 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 L40 OPA find?
L40 OPA failed its latest MOT on 16 May 2023 with 6 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, and 3 more.

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