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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

LS53 VKFMOT history

LS53 VKF is a silver petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 26 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 121,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2025
Mileage
121,947 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VKF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 VKF was last recorded at 121,947 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 8,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,295 miles · 2 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
8,652 miles
Average per year
5,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,947 miles
  • 2024 – 113,295 miles
  • 2023 – 105,676 miles
  • 2022 – 92,856 miles
  • 2020 – 77,562 miles
  • 2019 – 74,442 miles
  • 2018 – 65,739 miles
  • 2017 – 63,844 miles
  • 2016 – 58,962 miles
  • 2015 – 57,061 miles
  • 2014 – 51,757 miles
  • 2013 – 42,709 miles
  • 2012 – 40,080 miles
  • 2011 – 37,697 miles
  • 2010 – 32,795 miles
  • 2009 – 27,998 miles
  • 2008 – 23,401 miles
  • 2007 – 19,642 miles
  • 2006 – 14,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,947 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,947 miles (+8,652)1 dangerous8 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,947 miles
    Test number
    465747629453
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass113,295 miles (+7,619)3 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    113,295 miles
    Test number
    674491964701
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security strut top (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,676 miles (+714)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,676 miles
    Test number
    778315130243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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. Fail104,962 miles (+12,106)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,962 miles
    Test number
    772576307734
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  5. Pass92,856 miles (+344)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,856 miles
    Test number
    901228533168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail92,512 miles (+14,950)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,512 miles
    Test number
    880380886490
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,562 miles (+3,120)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    77,562 miles
    Test number
    304618224970
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass74,442 miles (+8,703)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,442 miles
    Test number
    752382597352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,739 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    65,739 miles
    Test number
    658836447094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,844 miles (+4,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,844 miles
    Test number
    812322894467
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass58,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,962 miles
    Test number
    221826329889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail58,962 miles (+1,901)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,962 miles
    Test number
    806695107910
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass57,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    57,061 miles
    Test number
    326823925624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,061 miles (+5,304)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,061 miles
    Test number
    933446768437
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass51,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    51,757 miles
    Test number
    197815544381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,757 miles (+9,048)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,757 miles
    Test number
    425685144320
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass42,709 miles (+2,629)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,709 miles
    Test number
    876379233356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,080 miles (+2,383)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,080 miles
    Test number
    489866142329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,697 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,697 miles
    Test number
    339423461362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,795 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,795 miles
    Test number
    451535030235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,998 miles
    Test number
    340396839470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,998 miles (+4,597)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,998 miles
    Test number
    812416839251
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass23,401 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,401 miles
    Test number
    351379138264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,642 miles (+4,818)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,642 miles
    Test number
    312336647210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,824 miles
    Test number
    273394936383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VKF

Does LS53 VKF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VKF expired on 2 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VKF?
The MOT on LS53 VKF expired on 2 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VKF done?
LS53 VKF was recorded at 121,947 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 5,445 miles a year.
Has LS53 VKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VKF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 VKF 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 VKF find?
LS53 VKF failed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; front anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both; front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced valance, and 17 more.

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