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Subaru Forester

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

V34 DSAMOT history

V34 DSA is a green petrol Subaru Forester first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2023
Mileage
142,695 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V34 DSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2023
Latest MOT test
10 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V34 DSA was last recorded at 142,695 miles on 10 May 2022, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Feb 2013: 111,930 miles, lower than 111,931 miles on 13 Apr 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
142,620 miles · 4 May 2022
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
3,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,695 miles
  • 2021 – 139,179 miles
  • 2020 – 136,300 miles
  • 2019 – 132,987 miles
  • 2018 – 129,536 miles
  • 2017 – 126,030 miles
  • 2016 – 121,340 miles
  • 2015 – 116,209 miles
  • 2014 – 111,937 miles
  • 2013 – 111,930 miles
  • 2012 – 111,931 miles
  • 2010 – 110,324 miles
  • 2009 – 105,169 miles
  • 2008 – 98,885 miles
  • 2007 – 92,904 miles
  • 2006 – 86,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,695 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiatorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main, over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,695 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    142,695 miles
    Test number
    194890945005
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main, over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,620 miles (+3,441)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,620 miles
    Test number
    314977034873
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working both sides rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main, over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,179 miles (+2,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    139,179 miles
    Test number
    191469069124
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,300 miles (+3,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    136,300 miles
    Test number
    914208573966
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    132,987 miles
    Test number
    620589360957
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail132,982 miles (+3,446)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,982 miles
    Test number
    677797871513
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,536 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,536 miles
    Test number
    592906970496
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail129,493 miles (+3,463)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,493 miles
    Test number
    489993184126
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass126,030 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    126,030 miles
    Test number
    170851394815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail126,028 miles (+4,688)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,028 miles
    Test number
    995937731638
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

  11. Pass121,340 miles (+5,131)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,340 miles
    Test number
    831892498781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,209 miles (+4,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    116,209 miles
    Test number
    568251025141
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass111,937 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    111,937 miles
    Test number
    588200154159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,933 miles (+3)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,933 miles
    Test number
    647541344129
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Fail111,930 miles (-1)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,930 miles
    Test number
    445087733049
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass111,931 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    111,931 miles
    Test number
    409834402187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass110,324 miles (+5,155)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    110,324 miles
    Test number
    940781200317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass105,169 miles (+6,284)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    105,169 miles
    Test number
    933869399254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    98,885 miles
    Test number
    290194298202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail98,885 miles (+5,981)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,885 miles
    Test number
    164841198246
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail92,904 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,904 miles
    Test number
    543831237381
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Pass92,904 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    92,904 miles
    Test number
    600731537361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass92,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    92,789 miles
    Test number
    221999847160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,789 miles (+6,770)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,789 miles
    Test number
    241956237179
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  25. Pass86,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,019 miles
    Test number
    922043796147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V34 DSA

Does V34 DSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V34 DSA expired on 29 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V34 DSA?
The MOT on V34 DSA expired on 29 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V34 DSA done?
V34 DSA was recorded at 142,695 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2022, an average of 3,581 miles a year.
Has V34 DSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V34 DSA has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2022.
Has the mileage on V34 DSA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V34 DSA find?
V34 DSA passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2022 with 3 advisories: coolant leak radiator; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main, over fuel tank; oil leak, but not excessive.

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