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Red and Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 2,457 cc

S809 WYAMOT history

S809 WYA is a red and grey petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 83,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
83,228 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S809 WYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Red and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S809 WYA was last recorded at 83,228 miles on 5 May 2026, 4,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,150 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,078 miles
Average per year
2,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,228 miles
  • 2025 – 79,150 miles
  • 2024 – 73,956 miles
  • 2023 – 69,545 miles
  • 2021 – 64,040 miles
  • 2020 – 59,843 miles
  • 2019 – 59,298 miles
  • 2018 – 58,151 miles
  • 2017 – 56,781 miles
  • 2015 – 55,605 miles
  • 2014 – 54,788 miles
  • 2013 – 53,001 miles
  • 2012 – 51,327 miles
  • 2011 – 49,272 miles
  • 2010 – 47,836 miles
  • 2009 – 45,664 miles
  • 2008 – 42,465 miles
  • 2007 – 40,248 miles
  • 2006 – 37,079 miles
  • 2005 – 33,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,228 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front and rear registration plates deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2005–2011

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,228 miles (+4,078)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    83,228 miles
    Test number
    792031429063
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass79,150 miles (+3)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    79,150 miles
    Test number
    237234153831
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  3. Fail79,147 miles (+22)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,147 miles
    Test number
    125920486342
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail79,125 miles (+5,169)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,125 miles
    Test number
    591129669891
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing Ball joint nut (5.3.6 (b))

  5. Pass73,956 miles (+4,411)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,956 miles
    Test number
    266737135082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,545 miles (+5,505)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,545 miles
    Test number
    918278036530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,040 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    64,040 miles
    Test number
    596835991605
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake hoses not secured to struts
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail64,036 miles (+4,193)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,036 miles
    Test number
    251165588771
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake hoses not secured to struts
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass59,843 miles (+545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    59,843 miles
    Test number
    547699851639
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  10. Pass59,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,298 miles
    Test number
    194909321853
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail59,298 miles (+1,147)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,298 miles
    Test number
    425798432271
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass58,151 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    58,151 miles
    Test number
    960017973031
    • AdvisoryFront and rear registration plates deteriorated but not likely to be misread

  13. Fail58,143 miles (+1,362)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,143 miles
    Test number
    136392588236
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear registration plates deteriorated but not likely to be misread

  14. Pass56,781 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,781 miles
    Test number
    478406943430
    • AdvisoryFront and rear registration plates deteriorated but not likely to be misread

  15. Fail56,780 miles (+1,175)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,780 miles
    Test number
    773554913398
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear registration plates deteriorated but not likely to be misread

  16. Pass55,605 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    55,605 miles
    Test number
    566568095138
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail55,605 miles (+817)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,605 miles
    Test number
    236086095179
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass54,788 miles (+1,787)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,788 miles
    Test number
    486953914274
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f inner cv gaitors weeping slightly
    • NoteSome underbody body corrosion

  19. Pass53,001 miles (+1,674)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,001 miles
    Test number
    809737503257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteO/s/f inner cv boot weaping
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorating
    • NoteRear no plate starting to delaminate

  20. Fail51,327 miles1 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,327 miles
    Test number
    168474512200
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s c.v boot leaking slightly
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  21. Pass51,327 miles (+2,055)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    51,327 miles
    Test number
    398164312205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s c.v boot leaking slightly
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  22. Pass49,272 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,272 miles
    Test number
    828183511265
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront no plate starting to deteriorate

  23. Fail49,272 miles (+1,436)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,272 miles
    Test number
    718893411260
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront no plate starting to deteriorate

  24. Pass47,836 miles (+2,172)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,836 miles
    Test number
    464825810297
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade

  25. Pass45,664 miles (+3,199)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,664 miles
    Test number
    630340019226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront no plate starting to delaminate

  26. Pass42,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,465 miles
    Test number
    300794808432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,465 miles (+2,217)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,465 miles
    Test number
    342794008207
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass40,248 miles (+3,169)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,248 miles
    Test number
    954591507285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront no.plate starting to deteriorate

  29. Pass37,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    37,079 miles
    Test number
    942992016299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail37,079 miles (+3,334)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,079 miles
    Test number
    303272116214
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre low on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low/worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low/bald on inner edge

  31. Pass33,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    33,745 miles
    Test number
    422649405251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about S809 WYA

Does S809 WYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S809 WYA is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S809 WYA?
The MOT on S809 WYA is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S809 WYA done?
S809 WYA was recorded at 83,228 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 2,383 miles a year.
Has S809 WYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S809 WYA has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S809 WYA 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 S809 WYA find?
S809 WYA passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly twisted; offside rear brake hose slightly twisted; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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