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Subaru Forester

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T181 TSCMOT history

T181 TSC is a green petrol Subaru Forester first used on 21 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 193,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2026
Mileage
193,643 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 TSC
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
21 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T181 TSC was last recorded at 193,643 miles on 30 Jun 2025, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,624 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
7,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 193,643 miles
  • 2023 – 193,494 miles
  • 2022 – 181,435 miles
  • 2021 – 177,033 miles
  • 2020 – 173,276 miles
  • 2019 – 173,226 miles
  • 2018 – 164,224 miles
  • 2017 – 160,247 miles
  • 2016 – 153,700 miles
  • 2015 – 153,451 miles
  • 2014 – 130,129 miles
  • 2013 – 106,589 miles
  • 2012 – 91,295 miles
  • 2011 – 83,676 miles
  • 2010 – 79,020 miles
  • 2009 – 77,442 miles
  • 2008 – 73,666 miles
  • 2007 – 66,273 miles
  • 2006 – 59,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,643 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,643 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    193,643 miles
    Test number
    820484029489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail193,624 miles (+130)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,624 miles
    Test number
    246968319448
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by anti roll bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass193,494 miles (+12,059)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    193,494 miles
    Test number
    881384263737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass181,435 miles (+4,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    181,435 miles
    Test number
    714853976224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass177,033 miles (+3,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    177,033 miles
    Test number
    225548056856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower bumper support \ body panel holed and corroded ( not structural )

  6. Pass173,276 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    173,276 miles
    Test number
    726999220567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail173,226 miles (+9,002)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,226 miles
    Test number
    454213922992
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass164,224 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    164,224 miles
    Test number
    782844332566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass160,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    160,247 miles
    Test number
    291205583722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail160,247 miles (+6,547)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,247 miles
    Test number
    125827321313
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass153,700 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    153,700 miles
    Test number
    942668918715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail153,451 miles (+23,322)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,451 miles
    Test number
    732981709301
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass130,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    130,129 miles
    Test number
    445865144269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail130,129 miles (+23,540)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,129 miles
    Test number
    246834844223
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass106,589 miles (+15,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    106,589 miles
    Test number
    445099013214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass91,295 miles (+7,619)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    91,295 miles
    Test number
    189792752020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass83,676 miles (+4,656)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    83,676 miles
    Test number
    977733141002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,020 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    79,020 miles
    Test number
    654443050012
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear crossmember coroded & holed

  19. Fail79,020 miles (+1,578)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,020 miles
    Test number
    222588240018
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear crossmember coroded & holed

  20. Pass77,442 miles (+3,776)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    77,442 miles
    Test number
    882598999137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,666 miles (+7,393)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    73,666 miles
    Test number
    381730518288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,273 miles (+6,768)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    602744097171
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  23. Pass59,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,505 miles
    Test number
    310720706402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,505 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,505 miles
    Test number
    634198596128
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about T181 TSC

Does T181 TSC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T181 TSC expired on 29 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T181 TSC?
The MOT on T181 TSC expired on 29 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T181 TSC done?
T181 TSC was recorded at 193,643 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2025, an average of 7,077 miles a year.
Has T181 TSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 TSC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T181 TSC 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 T181 TSC find?
T181 TSC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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