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Green and Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

LS53 YVZMOT history

LS53 YVZ is a green and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 3 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 129,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2025
Mileage
129,619 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Green and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YVZ was last recorded at 129,619 miles on 10 Jan 2024, 4,802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,817 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,802 miles
Average per year
5,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,619 miles
  • 2022 – 124,817 miles
  • 2021 – 120,890 miles
  • 2020 – 118,201 miles
  • 2019 – 114,191 miles
  • 2018 – 110,024 miles
  • 2017 – 101,021 miles
  • 2016 – 93,198 miles
  • 2015 – 86,867 miles
  • 2014 – 82,352 miles
  • 2013 – 78,203 miles
  • 2012 – 73,468 miles
  • 2011 – 68,705 miles
  • 2010 – 64,598 miles
  • 2009 – 59,325 miles
  • 2008 – 54,476 miles
  • 2007 – 50,354 miles
  • 2006 – 36,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,619 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust back box deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,619 miles (+4,802)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    129,619 miles
    Test number
    454642537105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,817 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,817 miles
    Test number
    948050739805
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers window not working
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail124,817 miles (+3,905)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,817 miles
    Test number
    971866907229
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers window not working
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass120,912 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,912 miles
    Test number
    256701709683
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail120,890 miles (+2,689)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,890 miles
    Test number
    395712235656
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass118,201 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,201 miles
    Test number
    394280782478
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  7. Fail118,201 miles (+4,010)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,201 miles
    Test number
    294245141343
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits fast idle aswell (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  8. Pass114,191 miles (+4,167)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,191 miles
    Test number
    511761609390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth head lights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated

  9. Pass110,024 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    110,024 miles
    Test number
    115468917514
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated

  10. Fail110,006 miles (+8,985)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,006 miles
    Test number
    541933795383
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced nearside and offside (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated

  11. Pass101,021 miles (+7,823)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    101,021 miles
    Test number
    356583757436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,198 miles (+6,331)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,198 miles
    Test number
    540204318263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,867 miles (+4,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,867 miles
    Test number
    143956450809
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

  14. Pass82,352 miles (+4,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    82,352 miles
    Test number
    399652754305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass78,203 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,203 miles
    Test number
    159302353346
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvice o/s/r tyre wearing low on tread

  16. Fail78,203 miles (+4,735)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,203 miles
    Test number
    789172453309
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvice o/s/r tyre wearing low on tread

  17. Fail73,468 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,468 miles
    Test number
    175824852358
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r pad getting low

  18. Pass73,468 miles (+4,763)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    73,468 miles
    Test number
    965764552342
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r pad getting low

  19. Pass68,705 miles (+4,103)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    68,705 miles
    Test number
    436409741329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,602 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    64,602 miles
    Test number
    106384501435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,598 miles (+5,273)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,598 miles
    Test number
    440095460422
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront disc rust

  22. Pass59,325 miles (+4,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    59,325 miles
    Test number
    493566659333
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass54,476 miles (+4,122)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    54,476 miles
    Test number
    751260278246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,354 miles (+13,596)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,354 miles
    Test number
    253284477288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass36,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,758 miles
    Test number
    811828806251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YVZ

Does LS53 YVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 YVZ expired on 9 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YVZ?
The MOT on LS53 YVZ expired on 9 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 YVZ done?
LS53 YVZ was recorded at 129,619 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2024, an average of 5,320 miles a year.
Has LS53 YVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YVZ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 YVZ 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 YVZ find?
LS53 YVZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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