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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,457 cc

V43 DPKMOT history

V43 DPK is a blue petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
126,428 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 DPK
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V43 DPK was last recorded at 126,428 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 4,667 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,761 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4,667 miles
Average per year
4,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,428 miles
  • 2025 – 121,761 miles
  • 2024 – 118,438 miles
  • 2023 – 113,821 miles
  • 2022 – 113,648 miles
  • 2021 – 113,260 miles
  • 2020 – 112,720 miles
  • 2019 – 109,929 miles
  • 2018 – 106,117 miles
  • 2017 – 100,947 miles
  • 2016 – 95,855 miles
  • 2015 – 91,849 miles
  • 2014 – 86,404 miles
  • 2013 – 81,544 miles
  • 2012 – 75,347 miles
  • 2011 – 69,339 miles
  • 2010 – 63,782 miles
  • 2009 – 57,523 miles
  • 2008 – 52,501 miles
  • 2007 – 46,838 miles
  • 2006 – 41,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,428 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Vehicle underside corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,428 miles (+4,667)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,428 miles
    Test number
    867109162037
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass121,761 miles (+3,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,761 miles
    Test number
    192447013003
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass118,438 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,438 miles
    Test number
    189130456902
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail118,438 miles (+4,617)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,438 miles
    Test number
    723532921435
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass113,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    113,821 miles
    Test number
    173565473089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,821 miles (+173)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,821 miles
    Test number
    835549993566
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass113,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    113,648 miles
    Test number
    238650311861
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail113,648 miles (+388)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,648 miles
    Test number
    842575894727
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass113,260 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,260 miles
    Test number
    382264623707
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail113,260 miles (+540)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,260 miles
    Test number
    122564897598
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass112,720 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    112,720 miles
    Test number
    795468409776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields lose
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted to outside of vehicle

  12. Fail112,720 miles (+2,791)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,720 miles
    Test number
    457190058289
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields lose
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted to outside of vehicle

  13. Pass109,929 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,929 miles
    Test number
    274468693892
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush both sides perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  14. Fail109,929 miles (+3,812)1 dangerous1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,929 miles
    Test number
    548953078342
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush both sides perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  15. Pass106,117 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,117 miles
    Test number
    917785808177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and leaking

  16. Fail106,117 miles (+5,170)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,117 miles
    Test number
    825487527176
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and leaking

  17. Pass100,947 miles (+5,092)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,947 miles
    Test number
    429624582851
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  18. Pass95,855 miles (+4,006)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,855 miles
    Test number
    465759034580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,849 miles (+5,445)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    91,849 miles
    Test number
    664932213662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,404 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    86,404 miles
    Test number
    709165724298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass81,544 miles (+6,197)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,544 miles
    Test number
    346542633248
    • NoteOffside rear tyre balding on inner edge

  22. Pass75,347 miles (+6,008)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    75,347 miles
    Test number
    636264732294
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  23. Pass69,339 miles (+5,557)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,339 miles
    Test number
    867252241261
    • NoteFront brake discs are worn and heavily corroded on the inner faces
    • NoteFront registration plate is slightly damaged
    • NoteNearside raer anti-roll bar drop link has slight freeplay with the wheels loaded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is heavily worn on the inner shoulder
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is heavily worn on the inner shoulder
    • NoteRear brake discs are corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust is in a corroded condition

  24. Pass63,782 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,782 miles
    Test number
    992536640255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs liped

  25. Fail63,782 miles (+6,259)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,782 miles
    Test number
    781129530259
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs liped

  26. Pass57,523 miles (+5,022)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,523 miles
    Test number
    360112639292
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront hose ferrules corroded
    • NoteMud covering brake pipes / hoses impeding inspection
    • NoteRear hose ferrules corroded

  27. Pass52,501 miles (+5,663)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,501 miles
    Test number
    122579238276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront suspension getting rusty

  28. Pass46,838 miles (+5,478)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    46,838 miles
    Test number
    673513637296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass41,360 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,360 miles
    Test number
    354640236456
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about V43 DPK

Does V43 DPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V43 DPK is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V43 DPK?
The MOT on V43 DPK is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V43 DPK done?
V43 DPK was recorded at 126,428 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 4,214 miles a year.
Has V43 DPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 DPK has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V43 DPK 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 DPK find?
V43 DPK failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced, and 10 more.

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