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Blue and Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 3,000 cc

LS53 VKEMOT history

LS53 VKE is a blue and grey petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 218,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2023
Mileage
218,386 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Blue and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VKE was last recorded at 218,386 miles on 4 Feb 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,383 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
12,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 218,386 miles
  • 2021 – 212,110 miles
  • 2020 – 205,379 miles
  • 2019 – 191,951 miles
  • 2018 – 178,739 miles
  • 2017 – 167,564 miles
  • 2016 – 154,282 miles
  • 2015 – 140,288 miles
  • 2014 – 126,531 miles
  • 2013 – 110,641 miles
  • 2012 – 93,758 miles
  • 2011 – 75,022 miles
  • 2010 – 57,789 miles
  • 2008 – 39,471 miles
  • 2007 – 30,300 miles
  • 2006 – 25,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,386 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipes.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,386 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    218,386 miles
    Test number
    437865962783
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail218,383 miles (+6,273)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,383 miles
    Test number
    918570097765
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass212,110 miles (+6,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    212,110 miles
    Test number
    329026641829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass205,379 miles (+215)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    205,379 miles
    Test number
    761696056422
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipes.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail205,164 miles (+13,213)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,164 miles
    Test number
    641471265446
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Above rear exhaust silencer box. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipes.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass191,951 miles (+13,212)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    191,951 miles
    Test number
    195357060305
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass178,739 miles (+11,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    178,739 miles
    Test number
    281354870547
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass167,564 miles (+13,282)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    167,564 miles
    Test number
    132774125130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass154,282 miles (+13,994)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    154,282 miles
    Test number
    585275831114
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass140,288 miles (+13,757)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    140,288 miles
    Test number
    405286715033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,531 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    126,531 miles
    Test number
    367126014099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail126,521 miles (+15,880)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,521 miles
    Test number
    606576314008
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass110,641 miles (+16,883)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    110,641 miles
    Test number
    937095513015
    • NoteRear number plate is in a poor condition, but still readable
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside front drop link bushes

  14. Pass93,758 miles (+18,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    93,758 miles
    Test number
    416494922023
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass75,022 miles (+17,233)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    75,022 miles
    Test number
    655728031018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,789 miles
    Test number
    684472230075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,787 miles (+18,316)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,787 miles
    Test number
    951332230059
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass39,471 miles (+9,171)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    39,471 miles
    Test number
    444276618309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,300 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,300 miles
    Test number
    531366427360
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass30,300 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,300 miles
    Test number
    910446427320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,291 miles (+5,131)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,291 miles
    Test number
    182663107369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,160 miles
    Test number
    902092426350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VKE

Does LS53 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VKE expired on 6 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VKE?
The MOT on LS53 VKE expired on 6 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VKE done?
LS53 VKE was recorded at 218,386 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2022, an average of 12,700 miles a year.
Has LS53 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VKE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 VKE 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 VKE find?
LS53 VKE passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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