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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T164 FLJMOT history

T164 FLJ is a silver petrol Subaru Forester first used on 10 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 110,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2025
Mileage
110,266 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T164 FLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T164 FLJ was last recorded at 110,266 miles on 7 Sept 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Oct 2007: 8,463 miles, lower than 57,744 miles on 4 Oct 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
110,262 miles · 1 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,266 miles
  • 2022 – 108,584 miles
  • 2021 – 106,826 miles
  • 2020 – 104,801 miles
  • 2019 – 103,425 miles
  • 2018 – 101,962 miles
  • 2017 – 100,279 miles
  • 2016 – 98,862 miles
  • 2015 – 97,307 miles
  • 2014 – 95,376 miles
  • 2013 – 93,294 miles
  • 2012 – 91,108 miles
  • 2011 – 88,513 miles
  • 2010 – 85,180 miles
  • 2009 – 82,544 miles
  • 2008 – 76,688 miles
  • 2007 – 8,463 miles
  • 2006 – 57,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    867181327483
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,266 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    110,266 miles
    Test number
    459499806963
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail110,262 miles (+1,678)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,262 miles
    Test number
    453658140172
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass108,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    108,584 miles
    Test number
    248215775607
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail108,584 miles (+1,758)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,584 miles
    Test number
    551368044477
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass106,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,826 miles
    Test number
    961561388016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,826 miles (+2,025)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,826 miles
    Test number
    395485655064
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass104,801 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,801 miles
    Test number
    876529031625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,425 miles (+1,463)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    103,425 miles
    Test number
    832557164434
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass101,962 miles (+1,683)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,962 miles
    Test number
    120206740969
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass100,279 miles (+1,417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,279 miles
    Test number
    436458618739
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass98,862 miles (+1,555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,862 miles
    Test number
    502018415105
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass97,307 miles (+1,931)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,307 miles
    Test number
    407057735275
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass95,376 miles (+2,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,376 miles
    Test number
    755254124287
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass93,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,294 miles
    Test number
    149701443250
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail93,294 miles (+2,186)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,294 miles
    Test number
    797991943293
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail91,108 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,108 miles
    Test number
    177800122242
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass91,108 miles (+2,595)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    91,108 miles
    Test number
    728960522201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass88,513 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,513 miles
    Test number
    789834711211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,180 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    85,180 miles
    Test number
    230206830299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,544 miles (+5,856)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    82,544 miles
    Test number
    262444349217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,688 miles (+68,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    76,688 miles
    Test number
    331065578480
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass8,463 miles (-49,281)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    8,463 miles
    Test number
    203945077238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,744 miles (+562)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    57,744 miles
    Test number
    570977976201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • NoteSome bulbs inoperative in high level brake lamp.

  25. Pass57,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,182 miles
    Test number
    123822266037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T164 FLJ

Does T164 FLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T164 FLJ expired on 8 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T164 FLJ?
The MOT on T164 FLJ expired on 8 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T164 FLJ done?
T164 FLJ was recorded at 110,266 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2023, an average of 3,031 miles a year.
Has T164 FLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T164 FLJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T164 FLJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T164 FLJ find?
T164 FLJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 3 more.

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