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Subaru Legacy

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,994 cc

V43 MOOMOT history

V43 MOO is a blue petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 6 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 162,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2024
Mileage
162,578 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 MOO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 MOO was last recorded at 162,578 miles on 12 Sept 2023, 11,215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,363 miles · 21 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
11,215 miles
Average per year
8,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,578 miles
  • 2022 – 151,363 miles
  • 2021 – 145,834 miles
  • 2020 – 138,578 miles
  • 2019 – 132,587 miles
  • 2018 – 126,075 miles
  • 2017 – 118,263 miles
  • 2016 – 110,172 miles
  • 2015 – 101,756 miles
  • 2014 – 94,284 miles
  • 2013 – 85,267 miles
  • 2012 – 77,407 miles
  • 2011 – 63,545 miles
  • 2010 – 53,645 miles
  • 2009 – 39,760 miles
  • 2008 – 33,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,578 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,578 miles5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    162,578 miles
    Test number
    853385709860
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,578 miles (+11,215)1 repaired5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,578 miles
    Test number
    374790786115
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass151,363 miles (+5,529)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    151,363 miles
    Test number
    992027611649
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    145,834 miles
    Test number
    588109379833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail145,834 miles (+7,256)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,834 miles
    Test number
    398259468688
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass138,578 miles (+42)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,578 miles
    Test number
    674455945591
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail138,536 miles (+5,949)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,536 miles
    Test number
    225173944258
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,587 miles (+350)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    132,587 miles
    Test number
    988329565838
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail132,237 miles (+6,162)1 dangerous1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,237 miles
    Test number
    652815875326
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass126,075 miles (+7,812)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    126,075 miles
    Test number
    752679687034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,263 miles (+8,091)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    118,263 miles
    Test number
    205036724874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,172 miles (+8,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,172 miles
    Test number
    709520015043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement `d` bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass101,756 miles (+7,472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    101,756 miles
    Test number
    332128463828
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass94,284 miles (+9,017)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    94,284 miles
    Test number
    855508964224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,267 miles (+7,860)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    85,267 miles
    Test number
    635610263284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass77,407 miles (+13,862)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,407 miles
    Test number
    766719862233
    • NoteAccident damage to near side rear

  17. Pass63,545 miles (+9,900)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,545 miles
    Test number
    157268561087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,645 miles (+13,885)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,645 miles
    Test number
    992955770034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,760 miles (+5,786)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,760 miles
    Test number
    834195779065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,974 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,974 miles
    Test number
    212188478005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,913 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,913 miles
    Test number
    944693578005
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perisheds and close to legal limit.

Questions about V43 MOO

Does V43 MOO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 MOO expired on 24 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 MOO?
The MOT on V43 MOO expired on 24 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 MOO done?
V43 MOO was recorded at 162,578 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2023, an average of 8,302 miles a year.
Has V43 MOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 MOO has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on V43 MOO 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 MOO find?
V43 MOO passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2023 with 5 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 8 more.

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