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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T246 AUYMOT history

T246 AUY is a silver petrol Subaru Forester first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2026
Mileage
104,218 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T246 AUY
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
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T246 AUY was last recorded at 104,218 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,943 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
275 miles
Average per year
3,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,218 miles
  • 2024 – 97,343 miles
  • 2023 – 96,824 miles
  • 2022 – 92,169 miles
  • 2021 – 75,210 miles
  • 2020 – 60,143 miles
  • 2019 – 54,239 miles
  • 2018 – 54,046 miles
  • 2016 – 50,999 miles
  • 2015 – 48,888 miles
  • 2014 – 48,195 miles
  • 2013 – 46,809 miles
  • 2012 – 45,155 miles
  • 2011 – 43,668 miles
  • 2010 – 42,264 miles
  • 2008 – 37,127 miles
  • 2007 – 34,714 miles
  • 2006 – 31,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,218 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCorrosion hole in nearside front floor to inner sill area is not within a prescribed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUnable to examine outer sills due to plastic coversRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill area is corroded slightlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 Sides (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,218 miles (+275)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    104,218 miles
    Test number
    600594255899
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion hole in nearside front floor to inner sill area is not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to examine outer sills due to plastic covers
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill area is corroded slightly

  2. Fail103,943 miles (+6,600)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,943 miles
    Test number
    266050870538
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion hole in nearside front floor to inner sill area is not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to examine outer sills due to plastic covers
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill area is corroded slightly

  3. Pass97,343 miles (+519)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    97,343 miles
    Test number
    426819679004
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,824 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,824 miles
    Test number
    848644807674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,169 miles (+16,959)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    92,169 miles
    Test number
    331168588801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,210 miles (+15,067)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,210 miles
    Test number
    179273576195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    60,143 miles
    Test number
    666586493715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,132 miles (+5,893)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    684392500122
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass54,239 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    54,239 miles
    Test number
    770206110512
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm and track rod end are corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail54,239 miles (+193)1 major1 repaired17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,239 miles
    Test number
    799333725882
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm and track rod end are corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass54,046 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,046 miles
    Test number
    617896012754
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 Sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1/4 approx. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail54,044 miles (+3,045)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,044 miles
    Test number
    473672473320
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 Sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1/4 approx. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass50,999 miles (+2,111)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    50,999 miles
    Test number
    722892491976
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring worn X2 Sides (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass48,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    48,888 miles
    Test number
    284394860604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail48,888 miles (+693)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,888 miles
    Test number
    470588662808
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lamp cracked showing white light to rear (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass48,195 miles (+1,386)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    48,195 miles
    Test number
    907590584241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass46,809 miles (+1,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,809 miles
    Test number
    125912593111
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass45,155 miles (+1,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,155 miles
    Test number
    189459492151
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass43,668 miles (+1,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,668 miles
    Test number
    586729791103
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass42,264 miles (+5,137)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,264 miles
    Test number
    832538980129
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  21. Fail37,127 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,127 miles
    Test number
    134587528209
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass37,127 miles (+2,413)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,127 miles
    Test number
    533467028224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass34,714 miles (+3,430)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,714 miles
    Test number
    994281427279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,284 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,284 miles
    Test number
    180313296115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

Questions about T246 AUY

Does T246 AUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T246 AUY expired on 24 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T246 AUY?
The MOT on T246 AUY expired on 24 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T246 AUY done?
T246 AUY was recorded at 104,218 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 3,799 miles a year.
Has T246 AUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T246 AUY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T246 AUY 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 T246 AUY find?
T246 AUY passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; corrosion hole in nearside front floor to inner sill area is not within a prescribed area; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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