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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T179 LTWMOT history

T179 LTW is a green petrol Subaru Forester first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 120,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
120,150 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 LTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T179 LTW was last recorded at 120,150 miles on 18 Mar 2024, 1,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,796 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1,354 miles
Average per year
4,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 120,150 miles
  • 2022 – 118,796 miles
  • 2021 – 116,918 miles
  • 2020 – 114,990 miles
  • 2019 – 113,054 miles
  • 2018 – 109,722 miles
  • 2017 – 104,427 miles
  • 2016 – 101,888 miles
  • 2015 – 94,686 miles
  • 2014 – 91,459 miles
  • 2013 – 89,485 miles
  • 2012 – 86,025 miles
  • 2011 – 68,113 miles
  • 2009 – 67,300 miles
  • 2008 – 56,939 miles
  • 2007 – 42,140 miles
  • 2006 – 38,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    896798091186
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    995467141264
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    951862356250
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass120,150 miles (+1,354)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,150 miles
    Test number
    825894230072
    • 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,796 miles (+1,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,796 miles
    Test number
    848814419650
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass116,918 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    116,918 miles
    Test number
    805175010878
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail116,915 miles (+1,925)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,915 miles
    Test number
    770094776852
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass114,990 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,990 miles
    Test number
    343840830825
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail114,990 miles (+1,936)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,990 miles
    Test number
    224922060890
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass113,054 miles (+3,332)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,054 miles
    Test number
    496350639124
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamps dim

  11. Pass109,722 miles (+5,295)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    109,722 miles
    Test number
    359647243818
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront section off exhaust poor condition. not leaking

  12. Pass104,427 miles16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    104,427 miles
    Test number
    335146215158
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy silencer heat shield very rusty (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight misting of greese (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak around front of lower engine area
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' wiper scratch mark (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail104,427 miles (+2,539)1 repaired16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,427 miles
    Test number
    894152793266
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer rubber mount temp repaired with cable ties (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy silencer heat shield very rusty (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight misting of greese (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak around front of lower engine area
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' wiper scratch mark (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass101,888 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    101,888 miles
    Test number
    500556461879
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak Engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryHad to add 1 ltr of engine oil before test could be carried out.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Windscreen scratched (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer o/s/f outer brake pad worn low.

  15. Fail101,888 miles (+7,202)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,888 miles
    Test number
    746448160761
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak Engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryHad to add 1 ltr of engine oil before test could be carried out.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Windscreen scratched (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer o/s/f outer brake pad worn low.

  16. Pass94,686 miles (+3,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,686 miles
    Test number
    683694197065
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread also cracking (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass91,459 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    91,459 miles
    Test number
    139635834343
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail91,449 miles (+1,964)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,449 miles
    Test number
    375399924366
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass89,485 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    89,485 miles
    Test number
    377410043351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail89,479 miles (+3,454)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,479 miles
    Test number
    977728933326
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass86,025 miles (+17,912)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    86,025 miles
    Test number
    278160242307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,113 miles
    Test number
    237674391158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail68,113 miles (+813)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,113 miles
    Test number
    237754391188
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass67,300 miles (+10,361)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    67,300 miles
    Test number
    291947759324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    56,939 miles
    Test number
    611459958017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,939 miles (+14,799)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,939 miles
    Test number
    474368858070
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass42,140 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    42,140 miles
    Test number
    361003357022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,743 miles
    Test number
    801564646004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T179 LTW

Does T179 LTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T179 LTW is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T179 LTW?
The MOT on T179 LTW is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T179 LTW done?
T179 LTW was recorded at 120,150 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2024, an average of 4,500 miles a year.
Has T179 LTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 LTW has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T179 LTW 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 T179 LTW find?
T179 LTW passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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