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Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,457 cc

LB56 GKZMOT history

LB56 GKZ is a grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 9 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 108,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
108,638 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 GKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 GKZ was last recorded at 108,638 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 2,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
105,660 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,978 miles
Average per year
5,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,638 miles
  • 2024 – 105,660 miles
  • 2023 – 103,220 miles
  • 2022 – 91,927 miles
  • 2021 – 77,897 miles
  • 2020 – 75,253 miles
  • 2019 – 73,535 miles
  • 2018 – 69,246 miles
  • 2017 – 65,151 miles
  • 2016 – 62,302 miles
  • 2015 – 58,134 miles
  • 2014 – 49,697 miles
  • 2013 – 40,410 miles
  • 2012 – 30,365 miles
  • 2011 – 19,976 miles
  • 2010 – 16,656 miles
  • 2009 – 13,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,638 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp inoperative
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,638 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    108,638 miles
    Test number
    410311163891
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail108,638 miles (+2,978)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,638 miles
    Test number
    485479454158
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass105,660 miles (+2,440)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,660 miles
    Test number
    885550259719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,220 miles (+11,293)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,220 miles
    Test number
    833025521885
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass91,927 miles (+14,030)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,927 miles
    Test number
    462644266231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,897 miles (+2,644)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    77,897 miles
    Test number
    886657754581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,253 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,253 miles
    Test number
    110289802892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,535 miles (+4,289)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,535 miles
    Test number
    942890573870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,246 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    69,246 miles
    Test number
    253455380300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,151 miles (+2,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    65,151 miles
    Test number
    174486596235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass62,302 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,302 miles
    Test number
    871143450560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,134 miles (+8,437)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,134 miles
    Test number
    221732946268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,697 miles (+9,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,697 miles
    Test number
    616579834380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass40,410 miles (+10,045)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,410 miles
    Test number
    595857533303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,365 miles (+10,389)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    30,365 miles
    Test number
    197919432348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,976 miles (+3,320)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,976 miles
    Test number
    857727921372
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly corroded on outside face
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly corroded on outside face

  17. Pass16,656 miles (+3,540)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    16,656 miles
    Test number
    454103640467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,116 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    13,116 miles
    Test number
    371422149382
    • NoteBoth dipped beams on 2% minimum limit
    • NoteBoth front tyres, treads scrubbing.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread low inner edge

  19. Fail13,116 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,116 miles
    Test number
    744562849308
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth dipped beams on 2% minimum limit
    • NoteBoth front tyres, treads scrubbing.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread low inner edge

Questions about LB56 GKZ

Does LB56 GKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 GKZ is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 GKZ?
The MOT on LB56 GKZ is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 GKZ done?
LB56 GKZ was recorded at 108,638 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 5,976 miles a year.
Has LB56 GKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 GKZ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 GKZ 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 LB56 GKZ find?
LB56 GKZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front fog lamp inoperative; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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