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Maroon · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

V38 DCKMOT history

V38 DCK is a maroon petrol Subaru Forester first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 142,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
142,084 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 DCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V38 DCK was last recorded at 142,084 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 6,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,813 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,271 miles
Average per year
4,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,084 miles
  • 2025 – 135,813 miles
  • 2024 – 130,263 miles
  • 2023 – 122,743 miles
  • 2022 – 115,278 miles
  • 2021 – 108,717 miles
  • 2020 – 106,341 miles
  • 2019 – 105,497 miles
  • 2018 – 104,303 miles
  • 2017 – 102,901 miles
  • 2016 – 101,602 miles
  • 2015 – 100,227 miles
  • 2014 – 96,844 miles
  • 2013 – 93,555 miles
  • 2012 – 87,755 miles
  • 2011 – 81,803 miles
  • 2010 – 76,436 miles
  • 2009 – 70,785 miles
  • 2008 – 64,068 miles
  • 2007 – 56,057 miles
  • 2006 – 50,313 miles
  • 2005 – 44,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,084 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,084 miles (+6,271)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    142,084 miles
    Test number
    651335634604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass135,813 miles (+5,550)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    135,813 miles
    Test number
    288036953970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,263 miles (+7,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    130,263 miles
    Test number
    591185428843
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,743 miles (+7,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,743 miles
    Test number
    190568360862
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,278 miles (+6,561)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,278 miles
    Test number
    739259245246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,717 miles (+2,376)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,717 miles
    Test number
    325566723906
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass106,341 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,341 miles
    Test number
    245299685543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,320 miles (+823)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,320 miles
    Test number
    916700819948
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass105,497 miles (+1,194)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    105,497 miles
    Test number
    136127047157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,303 miles (+1,402)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,303 miles
    Test number
    213630120749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,901 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    102,901 miles
    Test number
    628657067779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,602 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,602 miles
    Test number
    163690557927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,227 miles (+3,383)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    100,227 miles
    Test number
    736285680382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,844 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    96,844 miles
    Test number
    296774824272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,555 miles
    Test number
    669641643234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail93,555 miles (+5,800)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,555 miles
    Test number
    386049133218
    • FailureInner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass87,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    87,755 miles
    Test number
    467287932206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,755 miles (+5,952)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,755 miles
    Test number
    817257832216
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass81,803 miles (+5,367)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    81,803 miles
    Test number
    335457731211
    • NoteRear exhaust section slightly corodded

  20. Pass76,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    76,436 miles
    Test number
    153695930247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,436 miles (+5,651)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,436 miles
    Test number
    363435530231
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass70,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,785 miles
    Test number
    402067739248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail70,785 miles (+6,717)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,785 miles
    Test number
    962166539243
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass64,068 miles (+8,011)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    64,068 miles
    Test number
    894629438229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,057 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,057 miles
    Test number
    353314337499
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass56,057 miles (+5,744)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    56,057 miles
    Test number
    360174637449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,313 miles (+5,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    50,313 miles
    Test number
    912851546278
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass44,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    44,780 miles
    Test number
    330817135214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V38 DCK

Does V38 DCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V38 DCK is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V38 DCK?
The MOT on V38 DCK is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V38 DCK done?
V38 DCK was recorded at 142,084 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 4,620 miles a year.
Has V38 DCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 DCK has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on V38 DCK 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 V38 DCK find?
V38 DCK passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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