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Silver and Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,994 cc

LX02 OSJMOT history

LX02 OSJ is a silver and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 23 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 170,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2023
Mileage
170,268 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 OSJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX02 OSJ was last recorded at 170,268 miles on 27 Jul 2023, 798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,470 miles · 23 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
798 miles
Average per year
5,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,268 miles
  • 2022 – 169,470 miles
  • 2021 – 162,597 miles
  • 2020 – 158,636 miles
  • 2019 – 152,890 miles
  • 2018 – 147,109 miles
  • 2017 – 142,690 miles
  • 2016 – 137,360 miles
  • 2015 – 126,424 miles
  • 2014 – 118,765 miles
  • 2013 – 113,016 miles
  • 2012 – 107,066 miles
  • 2011 – 101,824 miles
  • 2010 – 95,988 miles
  • 2009 – 88,186 miles
  • 2008 – 82,435 miles
  • 2007 – 76,545 miles
  • 2006 – 70,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail170,268 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • 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))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Beam image poor

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear subframe showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail170,268 miles (+798)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,268 miles
    Test number
    453633967251
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass169,470 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    169,470 miles
    Test number
    352961372846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryBeam image poor

  3. Fail169,441 miles (+6,844)1 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,441 miles
    Test number
    406641838006
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryBeam image poor

  4. Pass162,597 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    162,597 miles
    Test number
    534418221277
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing sings of corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight blow at centre exhaust

  5. Fail162,597 miles (+3,961)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,597 miles
    Test number
    486352211985
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing sings of corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight blow at centre exhaust

  6. Pass158,636 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    158,636 miles
    Test number
    195899099535
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBeam image poor
    • AdvisoryFront and rear anti roll, link bushes have some play
    • AdvisoryPedal rubber worn

  7. Fail158,636 miles (+5,746)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,636 miles
    Test number
    678870990031
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBeam image poor
    • AdvisoryFront and rear anti roll, link bushes have some play
    • AdvisoryPedal rubber worn

  8. Pass152,890 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,890 miles
    Test number
    509127159973
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail152,768 miles (+5,659)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,768 miles
    Test number
    164526381543
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure and blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass147,109 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    147,109 miles
    Test number
    819866477956
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  11. Fail146,978 miles (+4,288)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,978 miles
    Test number
    957077455186
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  12. Pass142,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,690 miles
    Test number
    127978759397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,690 miles (+5,330)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,690 miles
    Test number
    112076727021
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass137,360 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    137,360 miles
    Test number
    867823490555
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing low and cracking on sidewalls
    • AdvisorySegment missing from eye level brake light
    • AdvisorySmall chip on winscreen

  15. Fail137,360 miles (+10,936)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,360 miles
    Test number
    538255330055
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working number plate light not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing low and cracking on sidewalls
    • AdvisorySegment missing from eye level brake light
    • AdvisorySmall chip on winscreen

  16. Pass126,424 miles (+7,659)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    126,424 miles
    Test number
    357313015163
    • NoteSegment missing from eye level brake light
    • NoteSmall stone chips on screen

  17. Pass118,765 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    118,765 miles
    Test number
    158369394482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight play in rear anti-roll bar linkage bushes
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear subframe

  18. Fail118,765 miles (+5,749)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,765 miles
    Test number
    616317194068
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight play in rear anti-roll bar linkage bushes
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear subframe

  19. Pass113,016 miles (+5,950)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    113,016 miles
    Test number
    677082313168
    • NoteEngine mgt light on
    • NoteExhaust back box in poor condition and leaking slightly
    • NoteOffside front driveshaft inner boot slightly perished

  20. Pass107,066 miles (+5,242)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    107,066 miles
    Test number
    715427402118
    • NoteRear exhaust outer case corroded

  21. Pass101,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    101,824 miles
    Test number
    437596711144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail101,824 miles (+5,836)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,824 miles
    Test number
    389656111192
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass95,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    610052310132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail95,988 miles (+7,802)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    984312910113
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Fail88,186 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,186 miles
    Test number
    264982869040
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass88,186 miles (+5,751)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    88,186 miles
    Test number
    324882269020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass82,435 miles (+5,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    82,435 miles
    Test number
    402371398038
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass76,545 miles (+6,007)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,545 miles
    Test number
    531379387079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass70,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    70,538 miles
    Test number
    312069376069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 OSJ

Does LX02 OSJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 OSJ expired on 22 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 OSJ?
The MOT on LX02 OSJ expired on 22 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 OSJ done?
LX02 OSJ was recorded at 170,268 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2023, an average of 5,747 miles a year.
Has LX02 OSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 OSJ has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LX02 OSJ 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 LX02 OSJ find?
LX02 OSJ failed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2023 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 7 more.

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