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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,457 cc

LD53 UKFMOT history

LD53 UKF is a silver petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 24 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 82,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
82,146 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 UKF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 UKF was last recorded at 82,146 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 1,755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,391 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,755 miles
Average per year
3,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,146 miles
  • 2025 – 80,391 miles
  • 2024 – 76,507 miles
  • 2023 – 72,850 miles
  • 2022 – 69,079 miles
  • 2021 – 65,053 miles
  • 2020 – 62,257 miles
  • 2018 – 61,765 miles
  • 2017 – 60,339 miles
  • 2016 – 58,939 miles
  • 2015 – 56,990 miles
  • 2014 – 52,042 miles
  • 2013 – 47,615 miles
  • 2012 – 42,377 miles
  • 2011 – 38,874 miles
  • 2010 – 33,556 miles
  • 2009 – 28,471 miles
  • 2008 – 23,904 miles
  • 2007 – 20,639 miles
  • 2006 – 17,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,146 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,146 miles (+1,755)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    82,146 miles
    Test number
    381262640804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass80,391 miles (+3,884)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    80,391 miles
    Test number
    170799825457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,507 miles (+3,657)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,507 miles
    Test number
    381569981398
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass72,850 miles (+3,771)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    72,850 miles
    Test number
    982288571019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,079 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    69,079 miles
    Test number
    281309163409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail69,079 miles (+4,026)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,079 miles
    Test number
    740124409119
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass65,053 miles (+2,796)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    65,053 miles
    Test number
    717588721336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,257 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,257 miles
    Test number
    866158007357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,253 miles (+488)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,253 miles
    Test number
    228718839242
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass61,765 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    61,765 miles
    Test number
    489738101164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail61,765 miles (+1,426)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,765 miles
    Test number
    410860422542
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass60,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,339 miles
    Test number
    399377586607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,339 miles (+1,400)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,339 miles
    Test number
    587296222436
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass58,939 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,939 miles
    Test number
    376468203582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,990 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    56,990 miles
    Test number
    399463228943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail56,980 miles (+4,938)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,980 miles
    Test number
    576460774909
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,042 miles (+4,427)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,042 miles
    Test number
    207209304397
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished on sidewall

  18. Pass47,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,615 miles
    Test number
    308037493485
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail47,615 miles (+5,238)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,615 miles
    Test number
    539137993261
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass42,377 miles (+3,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,377 miles
    Test number
    307764062481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass38,874 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    38,874 miles
    Test number
    708261211341
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail38,874 miles (+5,318)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,874 miles
    Test number
    118706801343
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass33,556 miles (+5,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    33,556 miles
    Test number
    994784190225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass28,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    28,471 miles
    Test number
    650416999278
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail28,469 miles (+4,565)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,469 miles
    Test number
    610936899238
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass23,904 miles (+3,265)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    23,904 miles
    Test number
    773502188290
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront discs pitting

  27. Fail20,639 miles3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,639 miles
    Test number
    734332587291
    • Repaired at testFront An item not tested (Manual)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion both front brake discs inner faces
    • NoteO/s aim on 2% minimum limit

  28. Pass20,639 miles (+3,579)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    20,639 miles
    Test number
    863442287282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion both front brake discs inner faces
    • NoteO/s aim on 2% minimum limit

  29. Pass17,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    17,060 miles
    Test number
    613390696250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 UKF

Does LD53 UKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 UKF is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 UKF?
The MOT on LD53 UKF is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 UKF done?
LD53 UKF was recorded at 82,146 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 3,282 miles a year.
Has LD53 UKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 UKF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 UKF 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 LD53 UKF find?
LD53 UKF passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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