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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,994 cc

LB05 OGTMOT history

LB05 OGT is a black petrol Subaru Forester first used on 16 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 125,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2023
Mileage
125,981 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 OGT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 OGT was last recorded at 125,981 miles on 14 Oct 2022, 10,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,423 miles · 2 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
10,558 miles
Average per year
7,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,981 miles
  • 2021 – 115,423 miles
  • 2020 – 106,526 miles
  • 2019 – 97,323 miles
  • 2018 – 87,934 miles
  • 2017 – 83,931 miles
  • 2016 – 80,830 miles
  • 2015 – 79,046 miles
  • 2014 – 67,063 miles
  • 2013 – 60,870 miles
  • 2012 – 54,475 miles
  • 2011 – 47,050 miles
  • 2010 – 37,729 miles
  • 2008 – 24,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,981 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect @ limit (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil @ limit (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint @ limit (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust flange corroded very thin
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount missing but system still secure
  • AdvisorySide skirts fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play @ limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,981 miles (+10,558)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,981 miles
    Test number
    745082989345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect @ limit (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil @ limit (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint @ limit (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust flange corroded very thin
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount missing but system still secure
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  2. Pass115,423 miles (+8,897)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,423 miles
    Test number
    434269949615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play @ limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust flange corroded thin
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield resonates at about 2800rpm
    • AdvisoryIntermittent miss fire on engine which needs further investigation
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  3. Pass106,526 miles (+9,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,526 miles
    Test number
    772199771152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play @ limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBelly pan and side skirts fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f exhaust heat shield resonating @ about 2800rpm
    • AdvisoryRear bumper is rattling very loud on to rear of vehicle. Advise removing and fitting correctly

  4. Pass97,323 miles (+9,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,323 miles
    Test number
    692811212884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also @ 3mm in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  5. Pass87,934 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    87,934 miles
    Test number
    951160555317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,931 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,931 miles
    Test number
    266967475156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,830 miles (+1,784)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,830 miles
    Test number
    210081191218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,046 miles
    Test number
    454960893419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,046 miles (+3,309)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,046 miles
    Test number
    665852194327
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass75,737 miles (+8,674)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,737 miles
    Test number
    837333115071
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  11. Pass67,063 miles (+6,193)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    67,063 miles
    Test number
    139393024433
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear registration Light is deteriorated

  12. Pass60,870 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,870 miles
    Test number
    238233723050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail60,870 miles (+6,395)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,870 miles
    Test number
    296593323073
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass54,475 miles (+7,425)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,475 miles
    Test number
    167999412062
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass47,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    47,050 miles
    Test number
    777308321004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,050 miles (+9,321)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,050 miles
    Test number
    396228021012
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

  17. Pass37,729 miles (+12,946)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,729 miles
    Test number
    951462230013
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn (lipped)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn very low

  18. Pass24,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,783 miles
    Test number
    472688998171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail24,780 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,780 miles
    Test number
    542048598180
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB05 OGT

Does LB05 OGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 OGT expired on 29 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 OGT?
The MOT on LB05 OGT expired on 29 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 OGT done?
LB05 OGT was recorded at 125,981 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2022, an average of 7,104 miles a year.
Has LB05 OGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 OGT has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on LB05 OGT 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 LB05 OGT find?
LB05 OGT passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2022 with 8 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect @ limit; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil @ limit, and 5 more.

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