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Silver and Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 1,994 cc

X748 AKUMOT history

X748 AKU is a silver and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 27 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 107,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2023
Mileage
107,977 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X748 AKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X748 AKU was last recorded at 107,977 miles on 11 Nov 2022, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,968 miles · 27 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 107,977 miles
  • 2021 – 106,501 miles
  • 2020 – 105,309 miles
  • 2019 – 102,655 miles
  • 2018 – 97,949 miles
  • 2017 – 94,112 miles
  • 2016 – 88,274 miles
  • 2015 – 85,487 miles
  • 2014 – 79,974 miles
  • 2013 – 73,484 miles
  • 2012 – 68,608 miles
  • 2011 – 63,919 miles
  • 2010 – 60,249 miles
  • 2009 – 54,853 miles
  • 2008 – 49,184 miles
  • 2007 – 43,083 miles
  • 2006 – 36,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,977 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 trailing arm bushes weak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear axle bushes weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Trailing arm bushes weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,977 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,977 miles
    Test number
    860458178801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail107,968 miles (+1,467)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,968 miles
    Test number
    842764818730
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass106,501 miles (+1,192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,501 miles
    Test number
    411109159058
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes weak
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes

  4. Pass105,309 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,309 miles
    Test number
    365444986513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker weak
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes weak
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes perished

  5. Fail105,309 miles (+2,654)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,309 miles
    Test number
    331436603210
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker weak
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes weak
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes perished

  6. Pass102,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    102,655 miles
    Test number
    699674760886
    • AdvisorySlight wear on suspension bushes

  7. Fail102,654 miles (+4,705)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,654 miles
    Test number
    812556109311
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass97,949 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,949 miles
    Test number
    174656754625
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm bushes weak

  9. Fail97,946 miles (+3,834)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,946 miles
    Test number
    399797214539
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm bushes weak

  10. Pass94,112 miles (+5,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,112 miles
    Test number
    327559657056
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes weak

  11. Pass88,274 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    88,274 miles
    Test number
    231325470575
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes weak

  12. Fail88,268 miles (+2,781)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    502817807453
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes weak

  13. Pass85,487 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    85,487 miles
    Test number
    331426468821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail85,484 miles (+5,510)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,484 miles
    Test number
    295972200194
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass79,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    79,974 miles
    Test number
    475873884286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,974 miles (+6,490)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,974 miles
    Test number
    479632784244
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Fail73,484 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,484 miles
    Test number
    658865973247
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass73,484 miles (+4,876)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,484 miles
    Test number
    846485373242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,608 miles (+4,689)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,608 miles
    Test number
    806683392250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,919 miles (+3,670)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,919 miles
    Test number
    118536371205
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  21. Pass60,249 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,249 miles
    Test number
    203848370212
    • NoteExhaust weak
    • NoteFront discs worn

  22. Fail60,249 miles (+5,396)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,249 miles
    Test number
    231497670216
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteExhaust weak
    • NoteFront discs worn

  23. Pass54,853 miles (+5,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,853 miles
    Test number
    982051889266
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass49,184 miles (+6,101)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,184 miles
    Test number
    293807378269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    43,083 miles
    Test number
    283057977237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,083 miles (+6,341)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,083 miles
    Test number
    703545377207
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass36,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,742 miles
    Test number
    452799486202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X748 AKU

Does X748 AKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X748 AKU expired on 10 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X748 AKU?
The MOT on X748 AKU expired on 10 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X748 AKU done?
X748 AKU was recorded at 107,977 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2022, an average of 4,432 miles a year.
Has X748 AKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X748 AKU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on X748 AKU 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 X748 AKU find?
X748 AKU passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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