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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,457 cc

S4 UBRMOT history

S4 UBR is a black petrol Subaru Forester first used on 28 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 62,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2024
Mileage
62,365 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 UBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S4 UBR was last recorded at 62,365 miles on 9 Apr 2024, 5,745 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,620 miles · 2 May 2023
Between the last two tests
5,745 miles
Average per year
3,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 62,365 miles
  • 2023 – 56,620 miles
  • 2022 – 47,798 miles
  • 2021 – 43,372 miles
  • 2020 – 42,463 miles
  • 2019 – 40,118 miles
  • 2018 – 38,176 miles
  • 2017 – 36,477 miles
  • 2016 – 34,718 miles
  • 2015 – 31,316 miles
  • 2014 – 29,542 miles
  • 2013 – 26,172 miles
  • 2012 – 23,955 miles
  • 2011 – 21,610 miles
  • 2010 – 17,763 miles
  • 2009 – 13,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail62,365 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail62,365 miles (+5,745)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,365 miles
    Test number
    576532271105
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass56,620 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    56,620 miles
    Test number
    702797436085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail56,580 miles (+8,782)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,580 miles
    Test number
    590177209020
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, marked with chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, marked with chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass47,798 miles (+4,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    47,798 miles
    Test number
    680519875177
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass43,372 miles (+909)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    43,372 miles
    Test number
    713377528874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,463 miles (+2,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    42,463 miles
    Test number
    804011050825
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills at rear at jacking points

  7. Pass40,118 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    40,118 miles
    Test number
    813360085088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,176 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,176 miles
    Test number
    124240296088
    • AdvisoryTyres starting to perish

  9. Fail38,168 miles (+1,691)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,168 miles
    Test number
    114503250827
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  10. Pass36,477 miles (+1,759)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    437406906483
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front brake discs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension parts
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  11. Pass34,718 miles (+3,402)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    34,718 miles
    Test number
    148029908366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,316 miles (+1,774)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,316 miles
    Test number
    859604185086
    • NoteCorrosion to rear brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to rear exhaust hangers and minor leak from rear joint

  13. Pass29,542 miles (+3,370)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,542 miles
    Test number
    606704104109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,172 miles (+2,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,172 miles
    Test number
    295115493025
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass23,955 miles (+2,345)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    23,955 miles
    Test number
    669878102100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,610 miles (+3,847)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,610 miles
    Test number
    526894091028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,763 miles (+4,670)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,763 miles
    Test number
    922870310138
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNsf tyre scrubbed on outer edge

  18. Pass13,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    13,093 miles
    Test number
    712413919171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 UBR

Does S4 UBR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 UBR expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 UBR?
The MOT on S4 UBR expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 UBR done?
S4 UBR was recorded at 62,365 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2024, an average of 3,293 miles a year.
Has S4 UBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 UBR has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S4 UBR 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 S4 UBR find?
S4 UBR failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear upper sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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