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Subaru Forester

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

X801 CTUMOT history

X801 CTU is a silver and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 30 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2021 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2021
Mileage
107,035 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X801 CTU
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
30 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2021
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X801 CTU was last recorded at 107,035 miles on 11 Feb 2022, 1,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,049 miles · 12 Mar 2020
Between the last two tests
1,986 miles
Average per year
4,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 107,035 miles
  • 2020 – 105,049 miles
  • 2019 – 100,005 miles
  • 2018 – 92,878 miles
  • 2017 – 84,930 miles
  • 2016 – 81,293 miles
  • 2015 – 75,699 miles
  • 2014 – 71,267 miles
  • 2013 – 66,499 miles
  • 2012 – 61,247 miles
  • 2011 – 58,242 miles
  • 2010 – 53,890 miles
  • 2009 – 50,349 miles
  • 2008 – 46,786 miles
  • 2007 – 43,662 miles
  • 2006 – 40,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,035 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,035 miles (+1,986)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,035 miles
    Test number
    508822126000
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass105,049 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    105,049 miles
    Test number
    196720234608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms are slightly corroded

  3. Fail105,049 miles (+5,044)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,049 miles
    Test number
    630042594607
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms are slightly corroded

  4. Pass100,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    349856486085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail100,005 miles (+7,127)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    462264114471
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass92,878 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,878 miles
    Test number
    181570459444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,843 miles (+7,913)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,843 miles
    Test number
    571779055123
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  8. Pass84,930 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    270477021798
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Fail84,929 miles (+3,636)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,929 miles
    Test number
    131844253322
    • DangerousFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass81,293 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,293 miles
    Test number
    598766643884
    • AdvisoryBreak pipe slightly cracked

  11. Fail81,150 miles (+5,451)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,150 miles
    Test number
    985725905444
    • 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)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect o/s and n/s (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded mains (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass75,699 miles (+4,432)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,699 miles
    Test number
    508368855022
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCovers fitted over both sills,full inspection not done
    • NoteRear silencer box corroded

  13. Fail71,267 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,267 miles
    Test number
    237870984024
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass71,267 miles (+4,768)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    71,267 miles
    Test number
    925140084056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,499 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,499 miles
    Test number
    447637873089
    • NoteO/s/front brake disc pitted
    • NoteRear silencer will soon need replaceing

  16. Fail66,499 miles (+5,252)2 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,499 miles
    Test number
    835977573013
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testInner Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteO/s/front brake disc pitted
    • NoteRear silencer will soon need replaceing

  17. Pass61,247 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,247 miles
    Test number
    506637782091
    • NoteFront brake disc pitted

  18. Fail61,247 miles (+3,005)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,247 miles
    Test number
    477527782096
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake disc pitted

  19. Pass58,242 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,242 miles
    Test number
    279950171069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,890 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,890 miles
    Test number
    353195950006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,349 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,349 miles
    Test number
    683952379000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,786 miles
    Test number
    554125468064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,786 miles (+3,124)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,786 miles
    Test number
    351305468023
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass43,662 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,662 miles
    Test number
    231629057032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,417 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,417 miles
    Test number
    334346466089
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls cracking

  26. Pass40,417 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    40,417 miles
    Test number
    482996966049
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls cracking

Questions about X801 CTU

Does X801 CTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X801 CTU expired on 10 Apr 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X801 CTU?
The MOT on X801 CTU expired on 10 Apr 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X801 CTU done?
X801 CTU was recorded at 107,035 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2022, an average of 4,181 miles a year.
Has X801 CTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X801 CTU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on X801 CTU 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 X801 CTU find?
X801 CTU failed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2022 with 4 major defects: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and inner sill; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and inner sill, and 1 more.

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