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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

Y883 WCEMOT history

Y883 WCE is a red petrol Subaru Forester first used on 10 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 135,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2023
Mileage
135,242 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y883 WCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y883 WCE was last recorded at 135,242 miles on 7 Mar 2022, 3,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,627 miles · 1 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
3,615 miles
Average per year
6,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 135,242 miles
  • 2021 – 131,627 miles
  • 2020 – 127,485 miles
  • 2018 – 125,057 miles
  • 2017 – 120,402 miles
  • 2016 – 112,619 miles
  • 2015 – 105,938 miles
  • 2014 – 101,627 miles
  • 2013 – 93,802 miles
  • 2012 – 85,014 miles
  • 2011 – 76,305 miles
  • 2009 – 56,927 miles
  • 2008 – 44,443 miles
  • 2007 – 42,110 miles
  • 2006 – 36,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,242 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,242 miles (+3,615)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,242 miles
    Test number
    796379044524
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass131,627 miles (+4,142)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    131,627 miles
    Test number
    483031945151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass127,485 miles (+2,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    127,485 miles
    Test number
    337756920987
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass125,057 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,057 miles
    Test number
    649544012265
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box at join recommend replace soon (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner c.v. boot has slight twist in it
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror head loose
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail125,057 miles (+4,655)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,057 miles
    Test number
    988135386920
    • 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box at join recommend replace soon (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner c.v. boot has slight twist in it
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror head loose
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass120,402 miles (+7,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    120,402 miles
    Test number
    575903244140
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt engine MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON (2.5.C.1a)

  7. Pass112,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,619 miles
    Test number
    149763269948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail112,619 miles (+6,681)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,619 miles
    Test number
    601230288695
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Pass105,938 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,938 miles
    Test number
    553795168852
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres getting low on edges

  10. Fail105,938 miles (+4,311)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,938 miles
    Test number
    487883974541
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres getting low on edges

  11. Pass101,627 miles (+7,825)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,627 miles
    Test number
    609212334114
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteExhaqust flanges coroded
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteLong handbrake travel

  12. Pass93,802 miles (+8,788)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,802 miles
    Test number
    138053433138
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust flanges coroded
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteSurface corosion on front lower suspension arms and rear subframe

  13. Pass85,014 miles (+8,709)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    649224442122
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass76,305 miles (+19,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    76,305 miles
    Test number
    805154941126
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass56,927 miles (+12,484)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    56,927 miles
    Test number
    481370059313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,443 miles (+2,333)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,443 miles
    Test number
    381147058319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,110 miles (+5,398)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,110 miles
    Test number
    682763097028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,712 miles
    Test number
    144507616187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,712 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,712 miles
    Test number
    901921116110
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads half worn
    • NoteO/s rear tyre below 1.6mm outside edge .3/4 tread more than 1.6mm

Questions about Y883 WCE

Does Y883 WCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y883 WCE expired on 6 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y883 WCE?
The MOT on Y883 WCE expired on 6 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y883 WCE done?
Y883 WCE was recorded at 135,242 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2022, an average of 6,206 miles a year.
Has Y883 WCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y883 WCE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on Y883 WCE 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 Y883 WCE find?
Y883 WCE passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2022 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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