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Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

Y251 VHRMOT history

Y251 VHR is a gold petrol Subaru Legacy first used on 14 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 174,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2026
Mileage
174,425 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 VHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 VHR was last recorded at 174,425 miles on 31 Jul 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,407 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 174,425 miles
  • 2024 – 172,525 miles
  • 2023 – 169,762 miles
  • 2022 – 165,513 miles
  • 2021 – 158,392 miles
  • 2020 – 152,783 miles
  • 2018 – 106,996 miles
  • 2017 – 105,563 miles
  • 2016 – 105,227 miles
  • 2014 – 103,253 miles
  • 2013 – 95,629 miles
  • 2012 – 88,421 miles
  • 2011 – 88,419 miles
  • 2009 – 82,429 miles
  • 2007 – 80,442 miles
  • 2006 – 77,708 miles
  • 2005 – 72,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,425 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,425 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    174,425 miles
    Test number
    243593961071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail174,407 miles (+1,882)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,407 miles
    Test number
    597598529676
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass172,525 miles (+2,763)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    172,525 miles
    Test number
    344913787990
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass169,762 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    169,762 miles
    Test number
    105379281378
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail169,762 miles (+4,249)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,762 miles
    Test number
    198782660043
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass165,513 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    165,513 miles
    Test number
    945135159530
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail165,513 miles (+7,121)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,513 miles
    Test number
    426813407412
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass158,392 miles (+175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    158,392 miles
    Test number
    673827229040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail158,217 miles (+5,434)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,217 miles
    Test number
    231536528159
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass152,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    152,783 miles
    Test number
    803216478265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail152,783 miles (+45,787)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,783 miles
    Test number
    653127498308
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass106,996 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,996 miles
    Test number
    309784738191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail106,985 miles (+1,422)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,985 miles
    Test number
    426927965828
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass105,563 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    105,563 miles
    Test number
    906675938124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,561 miles (+334)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,561 miles
    Test number
    360693395545
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass105,227 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,227 miles
    Test number
    773517930570
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail105,207 miles (+1,954)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,207 miles
    Test number
    228814262300
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass103,253 miles (+7,624)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,253 miles
    Test number
    409270004284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,629 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,629 miles
    Test number
    598008783127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Fail95,594 miles (+7,173)1 dangerous13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,594 miles
    Test number
    297659943167
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass88,421 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,421 miles
    Test number
    306723752195
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail88,419 miles (+5,990)2 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,419 miles
    Test number
    789507951045
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Pass82,429 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,429 miles
    Test number
    762654429184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail80,442 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,442 miles
    Test number
    434413267318
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)
    • NoteBoth front and both rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

  25. Pass80,442 miles (+2,734)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    80,442 miles
    Test number
    723613767327
    • NoteBoth front and both rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

  26. Pass77,708 miles (+4,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    77,708 miles
    Test number
    423618746434
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass72,793 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    72,793 miles
    Test number
    402372925448
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about Y251 VHR

Does Y251 VHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y251 VHR expired on 30 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y251 VHR?
The MOT on Y251 VHR expired on 30 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y251 VHR done?
Y251 VHR was recorded at 174,425 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2025, an average of 5,159 miles a year.
Has Y251 VHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 VHR has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y251 VHR 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 Y251 VHR find?
Y251 VHR passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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