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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

L8 UAMMOT history

L8 UAM is a blue petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 1 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 160,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2024
Mileage
160,426 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 UAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 UAM was last recorded at 160,426 miles on 7 Jun 2023, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,376 miles · 18 May 2023
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
5,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,426 miles
  • 2022 – 146,483 miles
  • 2021 – 141,860 miles
  • 2020 – 136,416 miles
  • 2019 – 131,440 miles
  • 2011 – 118,128 miles
  • 2009 – 102,783 miles
  • 2008 – 94,562 miles
  • 2007 – 88,726 miles
  • 2006 – 83,094 miles
  • 2005 – 72,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,426 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,426 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    160,426 miles
    Test number
    262969812326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,376 miles (+13,893)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,376 miles
    Test number
    442178672311
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch onto rear sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass146,483 miles (+4,623)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    146,483 miles
    Test number
    657079777487
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 catylitic converter to mid section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from the hose (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass141,860 miles (+5,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    141,860 miles
    Test number
    133749020944
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass136,416 miles (+4,976)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,416 miles
    Test number
    171275409550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass131,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    131,440 miles
    Test number
    554151851391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail131,440 miles (+13,312)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,440 miles
    Test number
    437504021855
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  8. Pass118,128 miles (+6,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    118,128 miles
    Test number
    205077751316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass111,765 miles (+8,982)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    111,765 miles
    Test number
    135215101014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,783 miles (+62)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    102,783 miles
    Test number
    713444069310
    • 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)

  11. Fail102,721 miles (+8,159)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,721 miles
    Test number
    102128159331
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  12. Fail94,562 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,562 miles
    Test number
    644313258303
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass94,562 miles (+5,836)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    94,562 miles
    Test number
    970463158359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,726 miles (+5,632)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    88,726 miles
    Test number
    693844057310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,094 miles (+10,726)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    83,094 miles
    Test number
    250779936336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    72,368 miles
    Test number
    852330955381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 UAM

Does L8 UAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 UAM expired on 6 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 UAM?
The MOT on L8 UAM expired on 6 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 UAM done?
L8 UAM was recorded at 160,426 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2023, an average of 5,040 miles a year.
Has L8 UAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 UAM has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 UAM 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 L8 UAM find?
L8 UAM passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush.

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