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Subaru Forester

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

S765 TEWMOT history

S765 TEW is a green petrol Subaru Forester first used on 8 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 164,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2024
Mileage
164,235 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S765 TEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S765 TEW was last recorded at 164,235 miles on 29 Sept 2023, 6,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,424 miles · 4 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
6,811 miles
Average per year
6,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 164,235 miles
  • 2022 – 157,424 miles
  • 2021 – 146,874 miles
  • 2020 – 142,372 miles
  • 2019 – 134,139 miles
  • 2018 – 127,786 miles
  • 2017 – 120,350 miles
  • 2016 – 113,475 miles
  • 2015 – 107,489 miles
  • 2014 – 100,335 miles
  • 2013 – 94,703 miles
  • 2012 – 88,547 miles
  • 2011 – 80,876 miles
  • 2010 – 70,562 miles
  • 2009 – 59,261 miles
  • 2008 – 53,968 miles
  • 2006 – 53,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,235 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,235 miles
    Test number
    469160302845
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail164,233 miles (+6,809)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,233 miles
    Test number
    979871995615
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s washer jet (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass157,424 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    157,424 miles
    Test number
    695835486080
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail157,412 miles (+10,538)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,412 miles
    Test number
    624371237931
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass146,874 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,874 miles
    Test number
    540834313502
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipe by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail146,872 miles (+4,500)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,872 miles
    Test number
    133190265839
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipe by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm and smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm and smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass142,372 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    142,372 miles
    Test number
    966764020202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre wearing low on edges

  8. Fail142,368 miles (+8,229)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,368 miles
    Test number
    687009751739
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre wearing low on edges

  9. Pass134,139 miles (+6,353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,139 miles
    Test number
    703973890718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass127,786 miles (+170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    127,786 miles
    Test number
    532645706664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  11. Fail127,616 miles (+7,266)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,616 miles
    Test number
    195165782147
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  12. Pass120,350 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    120,350 miles
    Test number
    390248411736
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail120,348 miles (+6,873)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,348 miles
    Test number
    952738554839
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass113,475 miles (+5,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,475 miles
    Test number
    737117528652
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass107,489 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,489 miles
    Test number
    155447185479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded

  16. Fail107,489 miles (+7,154)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,489 miles
    Test number
    237807185009
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded

  17. Pass100,335 miles (+5,632)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,335 miles
    Test number
    755244194007
    • NoteFront registration Plate cracked but not likely to be misread
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass94,703 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,703 miles
    Test number
    248066913175
    • NoteExhaust system poor condition

  19. Fail94,703 miles (+6,156)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,703 miles
    Test number
    896546813169
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system poor condition

  20. Pass88,547 miles (+7,671)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,547 miles
    Test number
    897992612119
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded

  21. Pass80,876 miles (+676)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,876 miles
    Test number
    676834131199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,200 miles (+9,638)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,200 miles
    Test number
    128903711152
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass70,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,562 miles
    Test number
    332112000114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail70,562 miles (+11,301)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,562 miles
    Test number
    443719090056
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass59,261 miles (+5,293)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    59,261 miles
    Test number
    640327429182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,968 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,968 miles
    Test number
    544411938113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,634 miles
    Test number
    373051066238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S765 TEW

Does S765 TEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S765 TEW expired on 11 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S765 TEW?
The MOT on S765 TEW expired on 11 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S765 TEW done?
S765 TEW was recorded at 164,235 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2023, an average of 6,495 miles a year.
Has S765 TEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S765 TEW has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S765 TEW 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 S765 TEW find?
S765 TEW passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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