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Subaru Forester

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

R34 DJSMOT history

R34 DJS is a silver petrol Subaru Forester first used on 21 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 47,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2025
Mileage
47,767 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R34 DJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R34 DJS was last recorded at 47,767 miles on 2 Sept 2024, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,736 miles · 15 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
1,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 47,767 miles
  • 2023 – 47,736 miles
  • 2022 – 47,307 miles
  • 2021 – 46,657 miles
  • 2020 – 46,081 miles
  • 2019 – 44,561 miles
  • 2018 – 43,744 miles
  • 2017 – 43,037 miles
  • 2016 – 41,794 miles
  • 2015 – 40,333 miles
  • 2014 – 39,319 miles
  • 2013 – 35,449 miles
  • 2012 – 33,636 miles
  • 2011 – 32,465 miles
  • 2010 – 30,708 miles
  • 2009 – 29,594 miles
  • 2008 – 26,604 miles
  • 2007 – 24,362 miles
  • 2006 – 21,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,767 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,767 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    47,767 miles
    Test number
    777383690299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass47,736 miles (+429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    47,736 miles
    Test number
    167970862844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass47,307 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    47,307 miles
    Test number
    802829099481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail47,307 miles (+650)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,307 miles
    Test number
    604424101572
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass46,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    46,657 miles
    Test number
    609072866354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail46,657 miles (+576)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,657 miles
    Test number
    551465915641
    • DangerousNearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass46,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    46,081 miles
    Test number
    218320740269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail46,081 miles (+1,520)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,081 miles
    Test number
    595486943366
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass44,561 miles (+817)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,561 miles
    Test number
    405856698043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer cover corroded

  10. Pass43,744 miles (+707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    43,744 miles
    Test number
    219597112344
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension and chassis corroded

  11. Pass43,037 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,037 miles
    Test number
    147829585636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,030 miles (+1,236)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,030 miles
    Test number
    392193987746
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe leaking to rear x2 (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass41,794 miles (+1,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,794 miles
    Test number
    958919940958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass40,333 miles (+1,014)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,333 miles
    Test number
    797489185152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,319 miles (+3,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,319 miles
    Test number
    859776594170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass35,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,449 miles
    Test number
    665490103246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail35,449 miles (+1,813)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,449 miles
    Test number
    936730903248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass33,636 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,636 miles
    Test number
    565718492131
    • NoteFront discs pitted - Inner faces.

  19. Fail33,636 miles (+1,171)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,636 miles
    Test number
    267778892183
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront discs pitted - Inner faces.

  20. Pass32,465 miles (+1,757)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,465 miles
    Test number
    557440501294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,708 miles (+1,114)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,708 miles
    Test number
    920810700243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,594 miles (+2,990)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,594 miles
    Test number
    404742989108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,604 miles (+2,242)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,604 miles
    Test number
    270506478171
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty

  24. Pass24,362 miles (+2,867)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,362 miles
    Test number
    212797777452
    • NoteExhaust tailpipe corroded

  25. Pass21,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,495 miles
    Test number
    372830806250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R34 DJS

Does R34 DJS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R34 DJS expired on 1 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R34 DJS?
The MOT on R34 DJS expired on 1 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R34 DJS done?
R34 DJS was recorded at 47,767 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2024, an average of 1,450 miles a year.
Has R34 DJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R34 DJS has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on R34 DJS 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 R34 DJS find?
R34 DJS passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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