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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

V43 DCNMOT history

V43 DCN is a silver petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 127,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
127,192 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 DCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 DCN was last recorded at 127,192 miles on 21 Oct 2022, 451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,741 miles · 5 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
451 miles
Average per year
3,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 127,192 miles
  • 2021 – 117,664 miles
  • 2019 – 108,981 miles
  • 2018 – 108,935 miles
  • 2017 – 107,496 miles
  • 2016 – 104,882 miles
  • 2015 – 101,511 miles
  • 2014 – 98,305 miles
  • 2013 – 94,777 miles
  • 2012 – 91,781 miles
  • 2011 – 88,848 miles
  • 2010 – 85,138 miles
  • 2009 – 81,218 miles
  • 2008 – 77,948 miles
  • 2007 – 74,408 miles
  • 2006 – 74,008 miles
  • 2005 – 62,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,192 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s o/s sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,192 miles (+451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    127,192 miles
    Test number
    470150118799
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s o/s sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail126,741 miles (+9,077)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,741 miles
    Test number
    649484748471
    • DangerousCentral Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass117,664 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    117,664 miles
    Test number
    395207088000
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail117,598 miles (+8,617)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,598 miles
    Test number
    808773668643
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass108,981 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,981 miles
    Test number
    251983541141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,935 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,935 miles
    Test number
    505119438820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,496 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,496 miles
    Test number
    350782992476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,882 miles (+3,371)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    998332133647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,511 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,511 miles
    Test number
    187491305136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,305 miles (+3,528)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,305 miles
    Test number
    816147894082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,777 miles (+2,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    94,777 miles
    Test number
    547324993053
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass91,781 miles (+2,933)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,781 miles
    Test number
    179832462442
    • NoteSlight cracking on all tyres

  13. Pass88,848 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,848 miles
    Test number
    139799951083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,138 miles (+3,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,138 miles
    Test number
    740117260039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass81,218 miles (+3,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,218 miles
    Test number
    493120579093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass77,948 miles (+3,540)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,948 miles
    Test number
    262035268037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,408 miles (+400)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    74,408 miles
    Test number
    764641467083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    74,008 miles
    Test number
    152296436211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,008 miles (+11,830)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,008 miles
    Test number
    762066736298
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass62,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    62,178 miles
    Test number
    204036435212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V43 DCN

Does V43 DCN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 DCN expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 DCN?
The MOT on V43 DCN expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 DCN done?
V43 DCN was recorded at 127,192 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2022, an average of 3,789 miles a year.
Has V43 DCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 DCN has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V43 DCN 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 V43 DCN find?
V43 DCN passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear outer integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s o/s sills.

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