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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

LS53 VKNMOT history

LS53 VKN is a black petrol Subaru Forester first used on 5 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 157,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2024
Mileage
157,430 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VKN
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
5 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VKN was last recorded at 157,430 miles on 19 Jan 2023, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,353 miles · 8 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
7,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 157,430 miles
  • 2020 – 157,353 miles
  • 2018 – 150,008 miles
  • 2017 – 142,846 miles
  • 2016 – 137,340 miles
  • 2015 – 129,139 miles
  • 2014 – 117,733 miles
  • 2013 – 105,438 miles
  • 2012 – 100,184 miles
  • 2011 – 96,183 miles
  • 2010 – 90,019 miles
  • 2009 – 80,419 miles
  • 2008 – 67,119 miles
  • 2007 – 53,605 miles
  • 2006 – 38,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,430 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Engine management light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,430 miles (+77)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    157,430 miles
    Test number
    693781042570
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail157,353 miles (+7,345)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,353 miles
    Test number
    335702901525
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust joints corroded and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass150,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    150,008 miles
    Test number
    523228134569
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At manifold (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail150,008 miles (+7,162)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,008 miles
    Test number
    566126454355
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At manifold (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass142,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    142,846 miles
    Test number
    695586813458
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifold (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust joint heavily corroded

  6. Fail142,846 miles (+5,506)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,846 miles
    Test number
    378050111246
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifold (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryAll tyre pressures low
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust joint heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  7. Pass137,340 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    137,340 miles
    Test number
    592143327318
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifolds (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine management

  8. Fail137,339 miles (+8,200)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,339 miles
    Test number
    206263406634
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge has cords exposed (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifolds (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine management

  9. Pass129,139 miles (+11,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    129,139 miles
    Test number
    779063343424
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  10. Pass117,733 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    117,733 miles
    Test number
    489297454365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail117,729 miles (+12,291)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,729 miles
    Test number
    435646354484
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass105,438 miles (+5,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    105,438 miles
    Test number
    298463233363
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass100,184 miles (+4,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    100,184 miles
    Test number
    698128812313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass96,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,183 miles
    Test number
    298028221392
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail96,183 miles (+6,164)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,183 miles
    Test number
    749448521314
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass90,019 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    90,019 miles
    Test number
    391071820317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail90,019 miles (+9,600)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,019 miles
    Test number
    181870920383
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass80,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    80,419 miles
    Test number
    344876119339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,419 miles (+13,300)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,419 miles
    Test number
    652756919321
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass67,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    67,119 miles
    Test number
    892379018340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,119 miles (+13,514)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,119 miles
    Test number
    702709218318
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass53,605 miles (+15,074)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    684753727355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,531 miles
    Test number
    362165126385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VKN

Does LS53 VKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VKN expired on 18 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VKN?
The MOT on LS53 VKN expired on 18 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VKN done?
LS53 VKN was recorded at 157,430 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2023, an average of 7,357 miles a year.
Has LS53 VKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VKN has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LS53 VKN 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 VKN find?
LS53 VKN passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2023 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 5 more.

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