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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

LS53 ESGMOT history

LS53 ESG is a black petrol Subaru Forester first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 166,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
166,857 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 ESG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 ESG was last recorded at 166,857 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,476 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
381 miles
Average per year
5,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,857 miles
  • 2024 – 166,476 miles
  • 2023 – 164,600 miles
  • 2022 – 162,805 miles
  • 2021 – 160,531 miles
  • 2020 – 158,575 miles
  • 2019 – 155,803 miles
  • 2018 – 153,355 miles
  • 2017 – 151,865 miles
  • 2016 – 149,754 miles
  • 2015 – 147,239 miles
  • 2014 – 143,070 miles
  • 2013 – 138,427 miles
  • 2012 – 132,963 miles
  • 2011 – 128,583 miles
  • 2010 – 123,372 miles
  • 2009 – 118,659 miles
  • 2008 – 93,003 miles
  • 2007 – 66,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,857 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,857 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    166,857 miles
    Test number
    404013237196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass166,476 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    166,476 miles
    Test number
    354886466028
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail166,475 miles (+1,875)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,475 miles
    Test number
    870107002078
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass164,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,600 miles
    Test number
    203178313693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail164,601 miles (+1,796)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,601 miles
    Test number
    207334790445
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass162,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    162,805 miles
    Test number
    807018547992
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail162,805 miles (+2,274)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,805 miles
    Test number
    157188619006
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass160,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    160,531 miles
    Test number
    553664838538
    • 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))

  9. Fail160,531 miles (+1,956)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,531 miles
    Test number
    501032852826
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))

  10. Pass158,575 miles (+2,772)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    158,575 miles
    Test number
    615125797144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass155,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    155,803 miles
    Test number
    407563008773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail155,803 miles (+2,448)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,803 miles
    Test number
    241756385182
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass153,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    153,355 miles
    Test number
    280672256303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail153,355 miles (+1,490)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,355 miles
    Test number
    309333117169
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE PERISHED

  15. Pass151,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    151,865 miles
    Test number
    370144590195
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail151,865 miles (+2,111)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,865 miles
    Test number
    355728862347
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NOT WORKING (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass149,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    149,754 miles
    Test number
    485579416692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail149,754 miles (+2,515)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,754 miles
    Test number
    797405302414
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

  19. Pass147,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    147,239 miles
    Test number
    691661587849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail147,238 miles (+4,168)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,238 miles
    Test number
    242451075853
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Fail143,070 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,070 miles
    Test number
    257938484248
    • Repaired at testFluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing possible showing early signs of roughness.

  22. Pass143,070 miles (+4,643)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    143,070 miles
    Test number
    328448184451
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing possible showing early signs of roughness.

  23. Pass138,427 miles (+31)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    138,427 miles
    Test number
    805609183284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre valves slightly perished

  24. Fail138,396 miles (+5,433)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,396 miles
    Test number
    158957383236
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre valves slightly perished

  25. Pass132,963 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    132,963 miles
    Test number
    898816882273
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Fail132,911 miles (+4,328)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,911 miles
    Test number
    336623882449
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass128,583 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    128,583 miles
    Test number
    317712791497
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear tyre slightly worn on edges

  28. Fail128,581 miles (+5,209)2 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,581 miles
    Test number
    546892791212
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear tyre slightly worn on edges

  29. Pass123,372 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    123,372 miles
    Test number
    410046280243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail123,305 miles (+4,646)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,305 miles
    Test number
    992989670289
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  31. Pass118,659 miles (+25,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    118,659 miles
    Test number
    682143099213
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass93,003 miles (+26,472)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    93,003 miles
    Test number
    392259788258
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise rear number plate deteriorating

  33. Pass66,531 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    66,531 miles
    Test number
    994191527146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise front brake pads wearing low

Questions about LS53 ESG

Does LS53 ESG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 ESG is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 ESG?
The MOT on LS53 ESG is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 ESG done?
LS53 ESG was recorded at 166,857 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 5,426 miles a year.
Has LS53 ESG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 ESG has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS53 ESG 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 LS53 ESG find?
LS53 ESG passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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