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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,457 cc

S9 FXTMOT history

S9 FXT is a silver petrol Subaru Forester first used on 7 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 159,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2025
Mileage
159,140 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 FXT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 FXT was last recorded at 159,140 miles on 11 Jun 2024, 3,108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,032 miles · 13 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,108 miles
Average per year
8,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 159,140 miles
  • 2023 – 156,032 miles
  • 2022 – 153,407 miles
  • 2021 – 147,843 miles
  • 2020 – 142,059 miles
  • 2018 – 129,342 miles
  • 2017 – 114,572 miles
  • 2016 – 104,060 miles
  • 2015 – 92,593 miles
  • 2014 – 72,390 miles
  • 2013 – 56,106 miles
  • 2012 – 38,803 miles
  • 2011 – 35,117 miles
  • 2010 – 30,782 miles
  • 2009 – 24,592 miles
  • 2008 – 19,496 miles
  • 2007 – 13,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,140 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Back axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,140 miles (+3,108)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    159,140 miles
    Test number
    254125716760
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass156,032 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    156,032 miles
    Test number
    365862416221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail155,936 miles (+2,529)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,936 miles
    Test number
    937430604310
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  4. Pass153,407 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    153,407 miles
    Test number
    145984523773
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Back axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail153,374 miles (+5,531)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,374 miles
    Test number
    240817994712
    • MajorFront Emission control equipment missing where fitted as standard Catalytic converter missing emissions failed (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Back axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass147,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,843 miles
    Test number
    576279418931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail147,843 miles (+5,784)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,843 miles
    Test number
    748173074290
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass142,059 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    142,059 miles
    Test number
    999334152920
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff/Propshaft mount bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail142,059 miles (+12,717)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,059 miles
    Test number
    307558014573
    • MajorEmissions not tested overheat (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff/Propshaft mount bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass129,342 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    129,342 miles
    Test number
    497075243700
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Bald inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  11. Fail129,342 miles (+14,770)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,342 miles
    Test number
    977437796289
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Bald inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  12. Pass114,572 miles (+10,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,572 miles
    Test number
    898239887554
    • AdvisoryBattery loose not insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass104,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,060 miles
    Test number
    502820441431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,064 miles (+11,471)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,064 miles
    Test number
    424130645515
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass92,593 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,593 miles
    Test number
    873903768791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,549 miles (+20,159)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,549 miles
    Test number
    671069051247
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  17. Pass72,390 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,390 miles
    Test number
    539529074231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEml indicating a fault

  18. Fail72,390 miles (+16,284)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,390 miles
    Test number
    377729674217
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEml indicating a fault

  19. Pass56,106 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,106 miles
    Test number
    237332203371
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail56,092 miles (+17,289)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,092 miles
    Test number
    175980793203
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine check light on

  21. Pass38,803 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,803 miles
    Test number
    578115362259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,797 miles (+3,680)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,797 miles
    Test number
    559901862245
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass35,117 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,117 miles
    Test number
    649781321306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,782 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,782 miles
    Test number
    843712720385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,592 miles (+5,096)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,592 miles
    Test number
    281013629329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,496 miles (+5,701)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,496 miles
    Test number
    170190858386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,795 miles
    Test number
    821294357344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 FXT

Does S9 FXT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S9 FXT expired on 10 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S9 FXT?
The MOT on S9 FXT expired on 10 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S9 FXT done?
S9 FXT was recorded at 159,140 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2024, an average of 8,821 miles a year.
Has S9 FXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 FXT has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S9 FXT 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 S9 FXT find?
S9 FXT passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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