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Black and Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,994 cc

T2 WABMOT history

T2 WAB is a black and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 29 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 147,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
147,947 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T2 WAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Black and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T2 WAB was last recorded at 147,947 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,721 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
226 miles
Average per year
6,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,947 miles
  • 2025 – 137,135 miles
  • 2024 – 130,515 miles
  • 2023 – 121,626 miles
  • 2022 – 112,018 miles
  • 2021 – 98,022 miles
  • 2020 – 89,465 miles
  • 2019 – 74,566 miles
  • 2018 – 66,589 miles
  • 2017 – 60,190 miles
  • 2016 – 51,801 miles
  • 2015 – 42,819 miles
  • 2014 – 36,595 miles
  • 2013 – 34,804 miles
  • 2012 – 30,451 miles
  • 2011 – 28,332 miles
  • 2010 – 25,950 miles
  • 2009 – 23,897 miles
  • 2008 – 20,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,947 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses slightly crazed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,947 miles (+226)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    147,947 miles
    Test number
    602252438156
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail147,721 miles (+10,586)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,721 miles
    Test number
    152404802150
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass137,135 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    137,135 miles
    Test number
    904375973238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail136,569 miles (+6,054)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,569 miles
    Test number
    794181640725
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlights badly crazed (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass130,515 miles (+255)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    130,515 miles
    Test number
    441012427687
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both lenses slightly crazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both axle stabiliser bushes worn slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail130,260 miles (+8,634)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,260 miles
    Test number
    352734706779
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill panel near axle stabiliser bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both lenses slightly crazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both axle stabiliser bushes worn slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,626 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,626 miles
    Test number
    349328830161
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm at time of test in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail121,626 miles (+9,608)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,626 miles
    Test number
    885357625306
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm at time of test in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass112,018 miles (+180)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,018 miles
    Test number
    147134846389
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail111,838 miles (+13,816)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,838 miles
    Test number
    681034556657
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass98,022 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,022 miles
    Test number
    727227904233
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear differential stabiliser bush slightly worn
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses slightly condensated

  12. Fail98,022 miles (+8,557)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,022 miles
    Test number
    584853376944
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear differential stabiliser bush slightly worn
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses slightly condensated

  13. Pass89,465 miles (+14,899)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,465 miles
    Test number
    798377947708
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass74,566 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,566 miles
    Test number
    256209230076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight condensated

  15. Fail74,566 miles (+7,977)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,566 miles
    Test number
    526691601431
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight condensated

  16. Pass66,589 miles (+6,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,589 miles
    Test number
    244606631648
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to centre section joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight slightly condensated

  17. Pass60,190 miles (+8,389)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,190 miles
    Test number
    519531685434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread 2mm inner and outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread 3mm inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass51,801 miles (+8,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,801 miles
    Test number
    863403777766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass42,819 miles (+6,224)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,819 miles
    Test number
    937813605118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass36,595 miles (+1,791)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,595 miles
    Test number
    847821704111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    746636903123
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail34,804 miles (+4,353)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    368966603148
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass30,451 miles (+2,119)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,451 miles
    Test number
    378830282047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,332 miles (+2,382)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,332 miles
    Test number
    528810181013
    • NoteSlight surface scoring to o/s front brake disc

  25. Pass25,950 miles (+2,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,950 miles
    Test number
    494932460009
    • 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)

  26. Pass23,897 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,897 miles
    Test number
    183356089423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,378 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,378 miles
    Test number
    353724678096
    • NoteAll four tyres worn low on outer edges

Questions about T2 WAB

Does T2 WAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T2 WAB is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T2 WAB?
The MOT on T2 WAB is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T2 WAB done?
T2 WAB was recorded at 147,947 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 6,945 miles a year.
Has T2 WAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T2 WAB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T2 WAB 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 T2 WAB find?
T2 WAB passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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