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Subaru Forester

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T215 OWEMOT history

T215 OWE is a black petrol Subaru Forester first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 59,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2023
Mileage
59,826 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T215 OWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T215 OWE was last recorded at 59,826 miles on 15 Nov 2023, 5,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,525 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5,301 miles
Average per year
1,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 59,826 miles
  • 2022 – 54,525 miles
  • 2021 – 53,994 miles
  • 2020 – 53,685 miles
  • 2019 – 53,092 miles
  • 2018 – 52,649 miles
  • 2017 – 52,027 miles
  • 2016 – 51,172 miles
  • 2015 – 50,238 miles
  • 2014 – 48,522 miles
  • 2013 – 45,730 miles
  • 2012 – 42,760 miles
  • 2011 – 40,410 miles
  • 2010 – 38,242 miles
  • 2009 – 35,621 miles
  • 2008 – 33,162 miles
  • 2007 – 31,054 miles
  • 2006 – 28,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail59,826 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Under engine (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened Top suspension mounting corroded and holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAge related rust and corrosion under vehicle
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspenion components and surrounding area very rusty and corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components and surrounding areas very rusty and corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components and surrounding areas very rusty and corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All suspension components and subframes corroded heavy in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • All suspension components + rear sub frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear subframe + suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail59,826 miles (+5,301)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    994101908049
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Under engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened Top suspension mounting corroded and holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related rust and corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspenion components and surrounding area very rusty and corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass54,525 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    54,525 miles
    Test number
    200161108627
    • AdvisoryAge related rust and corrosion under car
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Sub frame and surrounding components rusting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail54,525 miles (+531)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,525 miles
    Test number
    577158363478
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAge related rust and corrosion under car
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Sub frame and surrounding components rusting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass53,994 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    53,994 miles
    Test number
    484806900351
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components and surrounding areas very rusty and corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components and surrounding areas very rusty and corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail53,991 miles (+306)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,991 miles
    Test number
    400768724349
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Strut top mounting corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components and surrounding areas very rusty and corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components and surrounding areas very rusty and corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass53,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    53,685 miles
    Test number
    685251030295
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components and subframes corroded heavy in places

  7. Fail53,685 miles (+593)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,685 miles
    Test number
    799009237749
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components and subframes corroded heavy in places

  8. Pass53,092 miles (+443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,092 miles
    Test number
    866931325818
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame + other suspension components corroded

  9. Pass52,649 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    275463396971
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components and rear sub frame corroded

  10. Fail52,649 miles (+622)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    711548060152
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components and rear sub frame corroded

  11. Pass52,027 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    52,027 miles
    Test number
    855109021294
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components + rear sub frame corroded

  12. Fail52,027 miles (+855)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,027 miles
    Test number
    347571069529
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components + rear sub frame corroded

  13. Pass51,172 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,172 miles
    Test number
    906704406589
    • AdvisoryRear subframe + suspension components corroded

  14. Fail51,171 miles (+933)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,171 miles
    Test number
    506666317345
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe + suspension components corroded

  15. Pass50,238 miles (+1,716)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    50,238 miles
    Test number
    549413505123
    • NoteBrake pipes at 4 way union at the rear +rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteWear in wiper linkage

  16. Pass48,522 miles (+2,792)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,522 miles
    Test number
    219042814401
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight binding at front brakes
    • NoteSlight wear in wiper linkage

  17. Pass45,730 miles (+2,970)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,730 miles
    Test number
    697272813199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,760 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,760 miles
    Test number
    478074012133
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass42,760 miles (+2,350)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,760 miles
    Test number
    857024812180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,410 miles (+2,168)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,410 miles
    Test number
    556874301151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,242 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,242 miles
    Test number
    611362410150
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  22. Pass38,242 miles (+2,621)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,242 miles
    Test number
    663542210148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,621 miles (+2,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    102242119132
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass33,162 miles (+2,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,162 miles
    Test number
    263146908441
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass31,054 miles (+2,422)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,054 miles
    Test number
    523876407183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,632 miles
    Test number
    362475016169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T215 OWE

Does T215 OWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T215 OWE expired on 16 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T215 OWE?
The MOT on T215 OWE expired on 16 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T215 OWE done?
T215 OWE was recorded at 59,826 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2023, an average of 1,777 miles a year.
Has T215 OWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T215 OWE has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T215 OWE 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 T215 OWE find?
T215 OWE failed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2023 with 6 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases under engine, and 5 more.

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