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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,457 cc

LP08 CMKMOT history

LP08 CMK is a black petrol Subaru Forester first used on 10 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 152,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
152,376 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 CMK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 CMK was last recorded at 152,376 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 20,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,970 miles · 21 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
20,406 miles
Average per year
7,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,376 miles
  • 2025 – 131,970 miles
  • 2020 – 123,568 miles
  • 2019 – 112,102 miles
  • 2018 – 97,000 miles
  • 2017 – 80,424 miles
  • 2016 – 67,618 miles
  • 2015 – 65,053 miles
  • 2014 – 55,558 miles
  • 2013 – 47,782 miles
  • 2012 – 40,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,376 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND BACK (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES FRONT AND BACK (5.3.6 (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front number plate loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Undertrays loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,376 miles (+20,406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    152,376 miles
    Test number
    199548500311
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND BACK (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES FRONT AND BACK (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass131,970 miles (+8,402)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    131,970 miles
    Test number
    272833954865
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ns sill to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension hs slight croasion on various arms

  3. Pass123,568 miles (+11,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    123,568 miles
    Test number
    712451908647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsf/osf (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner / outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass112,102 miles (+15,102)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    112,102 miles
    Test number
    811464648255
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface rust

  5. Pass97,000 miles (+16,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,000 miles
    Test number
    791889025593
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass80,424 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,424 miles
    Test number
    410217664919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,594 miles (+11,976)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,594 miles
    Test number
    987523302885
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  8. Pass67,618 miles (+43)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,618 miles
    Test number
    750340589533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate loose
    • AdvisoryUndertrays loose

  9. Fail67,575 miles (+2,522)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,575 miles
    Test number
    394347720962
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate loose
    • AdvisoryUndertrays loose

  10. Pass65,053 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,053 miles
    Test number
    157671625420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,935 miles (+9,377)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,935 miles
    Test number
    848434015050
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass55,558 miles (+7,776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,558 miles
    Test number
    668455114000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass47,782 miles (+7,511)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    47,782 miles
    Test number
    218276413084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,271 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    40,271 miles
    Test number
    859852832097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic sill covers prevent full inspection of outer sill

Questions about LP08 CMK

Does LP08 CMK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 CMK is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 CMK?
The MOT on LP08 CMK is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 CMK done?
LP08 CMK was recorded at 152,376 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 7,723 miles a year.
Has LP08 CMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 CMK has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on LP08 CMK 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 LP08 CMK find?
LP08 CMK passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front and back.

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