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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,457 cc

T696 ACUMOT history

T696 ACU is a blue petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 83,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
83,521 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T696 ACU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T696 ACU was last recorded at 83,521 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,463 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
1,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,521 miles
  • 2025 – 81,961 miles
  • 2024 – 80,851 miles
  • 2023 – 79,658 miles
  • 2021 – 77,075 miles
  • 2020 – 75,253 miles
  • 2019 – 73,305 miles
  • 2017 – 73,235 miles
  • 2016 – 72,871 miles
  • 2015 – 72,083 miles
  • 2014 – 70,822 miles
  • 2013 – 68,712 miles
  • 2012 – 67,161 miles
  • 2011 – 65,959 miles
  • 2010 – 63,836 miles
  • 2009 – 61,014 miles
  • 2007 – 54,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,521 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated in plastic

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,521 miles (+58)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    83,521 miles
    Test number
    234743214103
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail83,463 miles (+1,502)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,463 miles
    Test number
    750207152320
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass81,961 miles (+1,110)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,961 miles
    Test number
    975314336272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,851 miles (+1,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    80,851 miles
    Test number
    242776036029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass79,658 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,658 miles
    Test number
    641959819716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,075 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,075 miles
    Test number
    289874333995
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail77,030 miles (+1,777)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,030 miles
    Test number
    768938236464
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated in plastic (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass75,253 miles (+1,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,253 miles
    Test number
    541566359828
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated in plastic (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass73,305 miles (+70)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,305 miles
    Test number
    262890839173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass73,235 miles (+364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,235 miles
    Test number
    870547570700
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe in poor condition
  11. Pass72,871 miles (+788)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,871 miles
    Test number
    574969907428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,083 miles (+1,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    72,083 miles
    Test number
    889239326820
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass70,822 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,822 miles
    Test number
    419688104487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,712 miles (+1,551)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,712 miles
    Test number
    326381193420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,161 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    67,161 miles
    Test number
    629381112393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,959 miles (+2,123)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    65,959 miles
    Test number
    837318711308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,836 miles (+2,822)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,836 miles
    Test number
    534883710362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    61,014 miles
    Test number
    731116449143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,014 miles (+6,571)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,014 miles
    Test number
    530888039123
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
  20. Pass54,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    54,443 miles
    Test number
    553169147375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T696 ACU

Does T696 ACU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T696 ACU is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T696 ACU?
The MOT on T696 ACU is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T696 ACU done?
T696 ACU was recorded at 83,521 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 1,595 miles a year.
Has T696 ACU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T696 ACU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T696 ACU 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 T696 ACU find?
T696 ACU passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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