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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

V683 MROMOT history

V683 MRO is a green petrol Subaru Forester first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2024
Mileage
119,995 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V683 MRO
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V683 MRO was last recorded at 119,995 miles on 30 Nov 2023, 8,624 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,371 miles · 3 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
8,624 miles
Average per year
3,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,995 miles
  • 2021 – 111,076 miles
  • 2020 – 108,639 miles
  • 2019 – 106,905 miles
  • 2018 – 103,475 miles
  • 2017 – 99,835 miles
  • 2016 – 96,122 miles
  • 2015 – 93,269 miles
  • 2014 – 89,477 miles
  • 2013 – 84,879 miles
  • 2012 – 82,078 miles
  • 2011 – 79,817 miles
  • 2010 – 76,554 miles
  • 2009 – 73,030 miles
  • 2008 – 67,718 miles
  • 2007 – 61,774 miles
  • 2006 – 55,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,995 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,995 miles (+8,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    119,995 miles
    Test number
    294353544203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass111,371 miles (+295)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,371 miles
    Test number
    254572148345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass111,076 miles (+172)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,076 miles
    Test number
    640118804873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under vehicle

  4. Fail110,904 miles (+2,265)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,904 miles
    Test number
    571538164866
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (TRAILING ARM BUSHES) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT & REAR (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface rust under-side of chassis

  5. Pass108,639 miles (+1,734)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    108,639 miles
    Test number
    899924903694
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear wishbone mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light housing damaged

  6. Pass106,905 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,905 miles
    Test number
    769741520692
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail106,905 miles (+3,430)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,905 miles
    Test number
    334720509104
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,475 miles (+3,640)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    103,475 miles
    Test number
    206564467949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,835 miles (+3,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    99,835 miles
    Test number
    172270384309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass96,122 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    96,122 miles
    Test number
    961027367021
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail96,122 miles (+2,853)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,122 miles
    Test number
    426606815093
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass93,269 miles (+3,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,269 miles
    Test number
    353514865949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass89,477 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    138530134273
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  14. Fail89,477 miles (+4,598)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    778660434203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  15. Pass84,879 miles (+2,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    84,879 miles
    Test number
    165332633255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass82,078 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,078 miles
    Test number
    258779722236
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail82,078 miles (+2,261)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,078 miles
    Test number
    607969322299
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass79,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    79,817 miles
    Test number
    188643221201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail79,817 miles (+3,263)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,817 miles
    Test number
    419503221229
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass76,554 miles (+3,524)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    76,554 miles
    Test number
    994219830283
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight damage to offside rear light lense

  21. Pass73,030 miles (+5,312)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    73,030 miles
    Test number
    964908719272
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on edges

  22. Pass67,718 miles (+5,944)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,718 miles
    Test number
    312676528457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    61,774 miles
    Test number
    740261347266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail61,774 miles (+5,950)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,774 miles
    Test number
    212650947286
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  25. Pass55,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,824 miles
    Test number
    772205636299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V683 MRO

Does V683 MRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V683 MRO expired on 29 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V683 MRO?
The MOT on V683 MRO expired on 29 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V683 MRO done?
V683 MRO was recorded at 119,995 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2023, an average of 3,716 miles a year.
Has V683 MRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V683 MRO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on V683 MRO 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 V683 MRO find?
V683 MRO passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front seat belt slightly damaged.

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