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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,994 cc

LS53 YWHMOT history

LS53 YWH is a black petrol Subaru Forester first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2023
Mileage
89,448 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YWH was last recorded at 89,448 miles on 28 Mar 2022, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,406 miles · 24 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
4,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,448 miles
  • 2021 – 89,406 miles
  • 2020 – 89,273 miles
  • 2019 – 88,874 miles
  • 2018 – 88,103 miles
  • 2017 – 84,052 miles
  • 2015 – 77,036 miles
  • 2014 – 70,225 miles
  • 2012 – 49,096 miles
  • 2011 – 39,980 miles
  • 2010 – 31,690 miles
  • 2009 – 25,943 miles
  • 2008 – 20,453 miles
  • 2007 – 15,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,448 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,448 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,448 miles
    Test number
    635838803934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail89,448 miles (+42)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,448 miles
    Test number
    244668247393
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass89,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,406 miles
    Test number
    459958683739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail89,406 miles (+133)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,406 miles
    Test number
    277835706218
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,273 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    89,273 miles
    Test number
    416667043126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,874 miles
    Test number
    332201188631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail88,874 miles (+771)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,874 miles
    Test number
    661814160553
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  8. Pass88,103 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    88,103 miles
    Test number
    327578165471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,052 miles
    Test number
    931843170174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,052 miles (+7,016)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,052 miles
    Test number
    690874014166
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass77,036 miles (+6,811)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,036 miles
    Test number
    127023282359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,225 miles
    Test number
    957056684284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,225 miles (+21,129)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,225 miles
    Test number
    145056984200
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass49,096 miles (+9,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    49,096 miles
    Test number
    748669612377
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass39,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    39,980 miles
    Test number
    448776521488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,980 miles (+121)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,980 miles
    Test number
    487896421469
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail39,859 miles (+8,169)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,859 miles
    Test number
    405370121397
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass31,690 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,690 miles
    Test number
    403067430427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,917 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,917 miles
    Test number
    242045150078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,943 miles (+113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,943 miles
    Test number
    971266319019
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail25,830 miles (+5,377)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,830 miles
    Test number
    813135319064
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePassenger outer tyre wall damaged

  22. Fail20,453 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,453 miles
    Test number
    402882738011
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteStone damage screen

  23. Pass20,453 miles (+4,456)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,453 miles
    Test number
    923162938041
    • NoteStone damage screen

  24. Pass15,997 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,997 miles
    Test number
    233277817059
    • NoteAdvise front pads wearing low
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LS53 YWH

Does LS53 YWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 YWH expired on 30 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YWH?
The MOT on LS53 YWH expired on 30 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 YWH done?
LS53 YWH was recorded at 89,448 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2022, an average of 4,835 miles a year.
Has LS53 YWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YWH has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 YWH 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 YWH find?
LS53 YWH passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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