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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T979 PUKMOT history

T979 PUK is a green petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 151,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2024
Mileage
151,569 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 PUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T979 PUK was last recorded at 151,569 miles on 16 Nov 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,565 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,569 miles
  • 2022 – 150,369 miles
  • 2021 – 149,523 miles
  • 2020 – 148,794 miles
  • 2019 – 147,793 miles
  • 2018 – 146,152 miles
  • 2017 – 142,372 miles
  • 2016 – 140,953 miles
  • 2015 – 135,094 miles
  • 2014 – 127,815 miles
  • 2013 – 119,021 miles
  • 2012 – 111,421 miles
  • 2011 – 108,431 miles
  • 2010 – 104,256 miles
  • 2009 – 97,698 miles
  • 2008 – 90,819 miles
  • 2007 – 85,342 miles
  • 2006 – 76,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,569 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust heatshield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch/Outer sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travelRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,569 miles (+4)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    151,569 miles
    Test number
    496481394945
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch/Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail151,565 miles (+1,196)1 dangerous1 major19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,565 miles
    Test number
    605880260883
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch/Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nmm Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass150,369 miles (+7)21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    150,369 miles
    Test number
    702175905695
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  4. Fail150,362 miles (+839)5 major21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,362 miles
    Test number
    702081719302
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  5. Pass149,523 miles (+729)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,523 miles
    Test number
    216541807613
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass148,794 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    148,794 miles
    Test number
    869890168045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail148,764 miles (+971)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,764 miles
    Test number
    112147945361
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass147,793 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,793 miles
    Test number
    281485184380
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing smooth on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail147,793 miles (+1,641)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,793 miles
    Test number
    266868739836
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing smooth on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass146,152 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    146,152 miles
    Test number
    968949764749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail146,120 miles (+3,748)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,120 miles
    Test number
    292921311769
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass142,372 miles (+1,419)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    142,372 miles
    Test number
    469869997546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass140,953 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    140,953 miles
    Test number
    379250653868
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail140,953 miles (+5,859)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,953 miles
    Test number
    362940529602
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass135,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,094 miles
    Test number
    326887017923
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail135,094 miles (+7,279)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,094 miles
    Test number
    832429000965
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass127,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    127,815 miles
    Test number
    936883364347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Fail127,815 miles (+8,794)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,815 miles
    Test number
    396313264324
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass119,021 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    119,021 miles
    Test number
    367486233330
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail119,021 miles (+7,600)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,021 miles
    Test number
    826636633371
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass111,421 miles (+2,990)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    111,421 miles
    Test number
    986259732357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass108,431 miles (+4,175)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    108,431 miles
    Test number
    548093851353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass104,256 miles (+6,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    104,256 miles
    Test number
    192325450357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass97,698 miles (+6,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    97,698 miles
    Test number
    202950059383
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass90,819 miles (+5,477)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    90,819 miles
    Test number
    532500158302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass85,342 miles (+8,435)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    85,342 miles
    Test number
    472703157400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass76,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    76,907 miles
    Test number
    333092907099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail76,907 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,907 miles
    Test number
    944255456345
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T979 PUK

Does T979 PUK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T979 PUK expired on 19 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T979 PUK?
The MOT on T979 PUK expired on 19 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T979 PUK done?
T979 PUK was recorded at 151,569 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2023, an average of 4,417 miles a year.
Has T979 PUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 PUK has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T979 PUK 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 T979 PUK find?
T979 PUK passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2023 with 16 advisories: brake fluid close to minimum mark; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front exhaust heatshield loose, and 13 more.

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