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Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 2,000 cc

L457 LNFMOT history

L457 LNF is a blue petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 122,392 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
122,392 km
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,393 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L457 LNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L457 LNF was last recorded at 122,392 km on 9 Sept 2025, 124 km more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,268 km · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
124 km
Average per year
1,393 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,392 km
  • 2024 – 117,236 km
  • 2022 – 116,364 km
  • 2008 – 97,943 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,392 km
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,392 km (+124)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    122,392 km
    Test number
    360408697940
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail122,268 km (+5,032)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,268 km
    Test number
    461609676250
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Pass117,236 km (+872)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    117,236 km
    Test number
    212397715018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass116,364 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,364 km
    Test number
    601664588341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,848 miles (+837)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    115,848 miles
    Test number
    618460301830
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has some movement on its bushes.

  6. Pass115,011 miles (+1,107)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,011 miles
    Test number
    845053414440
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both deteriorated. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both links, upper bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes worn allowing slight movement of rack.

  7. Pass113,904 miles (+1,421)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    113,904 miles
    Test number
    150954147703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    112,483 miles
    Test number
    790052930915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,483 miles (+1,240)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,483 miles
    Test number
    934252045817
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass111,243 miles (+1,402)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    111,243 miles
    Test number
    909147322292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,841 miles (+984)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,841 miles
    Test number
    829952554267
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  12. Pass108,857 miles (+46)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    108,857 miles
    Test number
    548772753224
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges, but not to cord
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges, but not to cord
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges, but not to cord

  13. Fail108,811 miles (+1,419)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,811 miles
    Test number
    258209233297
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges, but not to cord
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges, but not to cord
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges, but not to cord
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges, but not to cord

  14. Pass107,392 miles (+74)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    107,392 miles
    Test number
    187519822229
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteAll tyres worn at edges

  15. Fail107,318 miles (+1,577)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,318 miles
    Test number
    229853022234
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteAll tyres worn at edges

  16. Pass105,741 miles (+212)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    105,741 miles
    Test number
    989351641257
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front brake slight bind

  17. Fail105,529 miles (+1,898)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,529 miles
    Test number
    455893801250
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteNearside front brake slight bind

  18. Pass103,631 miles (+2,297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    501551010262
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  19. Fail101,334 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,334 miles
    Test number
    330169019271
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass101,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    101,334 miles
    Test number
    592179119217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass97,943 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    97,943 km
    Test number
    132220258063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L457 LNF

Does L457 LNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L457 LNF expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L457 LNF?
The MOT on L457 LNF expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L457 LNF done?
L457 LNF was recorded at 122,392 km at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 1,393 km a year.
Has L457 LNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L457 LNF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L457 LNF 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 L457 LNF find?
L457 LNF passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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