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Green and Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

Y264 FODMOT history

Y264 FOD is a green and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 17 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 156,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
156,379 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y264 FOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Green and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y264 FOD was last recorded at 156,379 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,928 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
451 miles
Average per year
5,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,379 miles
  • 2025 – 155,928 miles
  • 2024 – 154,944 miles
  • 2023 – 154,072 miles
  • 2022 – 153,648 miles
  • 2021 – 152,657 miles
  • 2020 – 152,061 miles
  • 2019 – 149,371 miles
  • 2018 – 142,734 miles
  • 2017 – 136,907 miles
  • 2016 – 128,532 miles
  • 2015 – 123,165 miles
  • 2014 – 117,897 miles
  • 2013 – 112,318 miles
  • 2012 – 106,528 miles
  • 2011 – 99,490 miles
  • 2010 – 89,271 miles
  • 2009 – 74,549 miles
  • 2008 – 62,745 miles
  • 2007 – 51,766 miles
  • 2006 – 43,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,379 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner rear sill. (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • N/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,379 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    156,379 miles
    Test number
    930793180527
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner rear sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail156,368 miles (+440)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,368 miles
    Test number
    315211415544
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Rubbing on wheel arch liner. (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner rear sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner rear sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass155,928 miles (+984)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    155,928 miles
    Test number
    762762658926
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,944 miles (+872)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    154,944 miles
    Test number
    335824192027
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear underbody and suspension

  5. Pass154,072 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,072 miles
    Test number
    905999200238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail154,070 miles (+422)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,070 miles
    Test number
    103854073553
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass153,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    153,648 miles
    Test number
    625845120634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail153,640 miles (+983)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,640 miles
    Test number
    543137085792
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust has major leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wipers. (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass152,657 miles (+596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    152,657 miles
    Test number
    222137439092
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass152,061 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    152,061 miles
    Test number
    780558091647
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  11. Fail152,061 miles (+2,690)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,061 miles
    Test number
    140097140611
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  12. Pass149,371 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    149,371 miles
    Test number
    924992232046
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  13. Fail149,371 miles (+4)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,371 miles
    Test number
    149752335825
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  14. Fail149,367 miles (+6,633)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,367 miles
    Test number
    457058044210
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipes to rear union (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryN/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak centre section

  15. Pass142,734 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    142,734 miles
    Test number
    341449516661
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top body mounting area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes to union (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust flange deteriorated

  16. Fail142,678 miles (+5,771)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,678 miles
    Test number
    781839887863
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded top body mounting area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top body mounting area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes to union (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust flange deteriorated

  17. Pass136,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    136,907 miles
    Test number
    828496433335
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail136,907 miles (+8,375)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,907 miles
    Test number
    296658573584
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass128,532 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    128,532 miles
    Test number
    486332134402
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  20. Fail128,532 miles (+5,367)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,532 miles
    Test number
    400565083227
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear n/s o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  21. Pass123,165 miles (+5,268)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    123,165 miles
    Test number
    165308065497
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteFront crossmember corroded
    • NoteRear subframe corroded
    • NoteVarious underbody corrosion

  22. Pass117,897 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    117,897 miles
    Test number
    477576664060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteFront crossmember corroded
    • NoteRear subframe corroded

  23. Fail117,897 miles (+5,579)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,897 miles
    Test number
    548015464029
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSeat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteFront crossmember corroded
    • NoteRear subframe corroded

  24. Pass112,318 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    112,318 miles
    Test number
    178240273466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail112,318 miles (+5,790)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,318 miles
    Test number
    176760173484
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass106,528 miles (+7,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    106,528 miles
    Test number
    145876362435
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass99,490 miles (+10,219)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,490 miles
    Test number
    255603061079
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight leak n/s outer c.v.gaiter

  28. Pass89,271 miles (+14,722)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    89,271 miles
    Test number
    860052360055
    • NoteRear no. plate lights deteriorated

  29. Pass74,549 miles (+11,804)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    74,549 miles
    Test number
    140557659031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass62,745 miles (+10,979)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,745 miles
    Test number
    584638858085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass51,766 miles (+7,901)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,766 miles
    Test number
    220015947068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass43,865 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,865 miles
    Test number
    371638166045
    • NoteBoth n/s tyres wearing on outer edge

Questions about Y264 FOD

Does Y264 FOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y264 FOD is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y264 FOD?
The MOT on Y264 FOD is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y264 FOD done?
Y264 FOD was recorded at 156,379 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 5,642 miles a year.
Has Y264 FOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y264 FOD has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y264 FOD 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 Y264 FOD find?
Y264 FOD passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner rear sill..

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