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Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

S39 VWJMOT history

S39 VWJ is a blue petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 99,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2024
Mileage
99,949 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2023
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S39 VWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S39 VWJ was last recorded at 99,949 miles on 20 Sept 2023, 19,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,405 miles · 3 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
19,544 miles
Average per year
6,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,949 miles
  • 2022 – 80,405 miles
  • 2021 – 78,347 miles
  • 2020 – 76,188 miles
  • 2019 – 74,015 miles
  • 2018 – 64,528 miles
  • 2017 – 58,454 miles
  • 2016 – 51,867 miles
  • 2015 – 43,273 miles
  • 2014 – 39,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,949 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front tyre worn on inside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,949 miles (+19,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    99,949 miles
    Test number
    402532785901
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass80,405 miles (+2,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,405 miles
    Test number
    559992157457
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,347 miles (+2,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,347 miles
    Test number
    525038953354
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,188 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,188 miles
    Test number
    337682427987
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail76,178 miles (+2,163)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,178 miles
    Test number
    608549189107
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass74,015 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,015 miles
    Test number
    825734890718
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail74,015 miles (+9,487)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,015 miles
    Test number
    417852302011
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass64,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,528 miles
    Test number
    530494806326
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail64,528 miles (+6,074)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,528 miles
    Test number
    580860028496
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass58,454 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,454 miles
    Test number
    617360232301
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inside

  11. Fail58,382 miles (+6,515)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,382 miles
    Test number
    167567137106
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inside

  12. Pass51,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    51,867 miles
    Test number
    609109341788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail51,867 miles (+8,594)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,867 miles
    Test number
    969762020258
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass43,273 miles (+4,165)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    43,273 miles
    Test number
    924331777461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,108 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,108 miles
    Test number
    345896564499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    39,047 miles
    Test number
    999564124045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S39 VWJ

Does S39 VWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S39 VWJ expired on 19 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S39 VWJ?
The MOT on S39 VWJ expired on 19 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S39 VWJ done?
S39 VWJ was recorded at 99,949 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2023, an average of 6,309 miles a year.
Has S39 VWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S39 VWJ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on S39 VWJ 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 S39 VWJ find?
S39 VWJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2023 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside.

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