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Subaru Forester

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,990 cc

Y229 XHHMOT history

Y229 XHH is a silver petrol Subaru Forester first used on 1 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
116,391 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 XHH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 XHH was last recorded at 116,391 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 6,665 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,726 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,665 miles
Average per year
5,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,391 miles
  • 2025 – 109,726 miles
  • 2024 – 101,659 miles
  • 2023 – 94,738 miles
  • 2022 – 88,718 miles
  • 2021 – 80,692 miles
  • 2019 – 77,020 miles
  • 2018 – 67,040 miles
  • 2017 – 62,369 miles
  • 2016 – 58,287 miles
  • 2015 – 54,410 miles
  • 2014 – 49,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,391 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,391 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    116,391 miles
    Test number
    666029841237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass109,726 miles (+8,067)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    109,726 miles
    Test number
    473042313447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass101,659 miles (+6,921)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,659 miles
    Test number
    967876080575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,738 miles
    Test number
    132399968121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,738 miles (+6,020)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,738 miles
    Test number
    956810186509
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass88,718 miles (+8,026)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,718 miles
    Test number
    528144592754
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass80,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    80,692 miles
    Test number
    633577243615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,692 miles (+3,672)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,692 miles
    Test number
    578066604901
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass77,020 miles (+378)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,020 miles
    Test number
    921209430952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,642 miles (+9,602)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    582159119500
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

  11. Pass67,040 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    67,040 miles
    Test number
    177339265241
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail67,040 miles (+4,671)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,040 miles
    Test number
    594833338307
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass62,369 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,369 miles
    Test number
    541587010357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.00mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.00mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail62,369 miles (+4,082)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,369 miles
    Test number
    775537128726
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.00mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.00mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass58,287 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,287 miles
    Test number
    800442230856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail58,287 miles (+3,877)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,287 miles
    Test number
    976637236807
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass54,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,410 miles
    Test number
    693769309060
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps project a poor beam image

  18. Fail54,410 miles (+4,958)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,410 miles
    Test number
    146181277977
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high PRS (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps project a poor beam image

  19. Pass49,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,452 miles
    Test number
    595735594255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 XHH

Does Y229 XHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 XHH is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 XHH?
The MOT on Y229 XHH is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 XHH done?
Y229 XHH was recorded at 116,391 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 5,649 miles a year.
Has Y229 XHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 XHH has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on Y229 XHH 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 Y229 XHH find?
Y229 XHH passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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