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Subaru Forester

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,994 cc

LD56 DVAMOT history

LD56 DVA is a blue petrol Subaru Forester first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
130,530 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 DVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 DVA was last recorded at 130,530 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 1,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,972 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,558 miles
Average per year
7,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,530 miles
  • 2025 – 128,972 miles
  • 2024 – 120,740 miles
  • 2023 – 115,820 miles
  • 2021 – 103,084 miles
  • 2020 – 92,385 miles
  • 2019 – 77,949 miles
  • 2018 – 66,371 miles
  • 2016 – 45,823 miles
  • 2015 – 32,406 miles
  • 2014 – 31,008 miles
  • 2013 – 28,829 miles
  • 2012 – 25,919 miles
  • 2011 – 19,508 miles
  • 2010 – 14,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,530 miles
  • AdvisoryFront position lights dim
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inop
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,530 miles (+1,558)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    130,530 miles
    Test number
    463632571142
    • AdvisoryFront position lights dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass128,972 miles (+364)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    128,972 miles
    Test number
    865709971624
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail128,608 miles (+7,868)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,608 miles
    Test number
    937500651239
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog inop
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,740 miles (+55)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    120,740 miles
    Test number
    783283691726
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail120,685 miles (+4,865)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,685 miles
    Test number
    456963621666
    • MajorCentral Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,820 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,820 miles
    Test number
    334414292530
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail115,807 miles (+12,723)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,807 miles
    Test number
    635827019881
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,084 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    103,084 miles
    Test number
    275227494453
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim slightly reduced

  9. Fail103,084 miles (+10,699)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,084 miles
    Test number
    488066113946
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim slightly reduced

  10. Pass92,385 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,385 miles
    Test number
    482865293522
    • AdvisoryFull size spare wheel fitted OSR
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge appears to have been ran flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWater/condensation in nearside headlight

  11. Fail92,381 miles (+14,432)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,381 miles
    Test number
    985498488038
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFull size spare wheel fitted OSR
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge appears to have been ran flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWater/condensation in nearside headlight

  12. Pass77,949 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,949 miles
    Test number
    642516217697
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail77,949 miles (+11,578)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,949 miles
    Test number
    545753297360
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass66,371 miles (+20,548)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,371 miles
    Test number
    773583881482
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low

  15. Pass45,823 miles (+13,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    45,823 miles
    Test number
    114336341367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass32,406 miles (+478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,406 miles
    Test number
    534424223443
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  17. Pass31,928 miles (+920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,928 miles
    Test number
    377996475070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass31,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    31,008 miles
    Test number
    189589864093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail31,008 miles (+2,179)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,008 miles
    Test number
    605879364019
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass28,829 miles (+2,910)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    28,829 miles
    Test number
    199178373088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,919 miles
    Test number
    908240982035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,916 miles (+6,408)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,916 miles
    Test number
    708550382075
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass19,508 miles (+5,314)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,508 miles
    Test number
    468963481030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOff isde front discs corroded slightly

  24. Pass14,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,194 miles
    Test number
    980703480085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD56 DVA

Does LD56 DVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 DVA is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 DVA?
The MOT on LD56 DVA is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 DVA done?
LD56 DVA was recorded at 130,530 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 7,020 miles a year.
Has LD56 DVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 DVA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 DVA 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 LD56 DVA find?
LD56 DVA passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front position lights dim; nearside front fog light inop; offside rear back plate corroded, and 1 more.

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