Subaru Forester
Green and Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc
Y885 MFCMOT history
Y885 MFC is a green and grey petrol Subaru Forester first used on 30 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 81,525 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 24 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 81,525 mi
- At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 20 passed · 2 failed
- Per year
- 3,323 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y885 MFC
- 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
- 30 Jun 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y885 MFC was last recorded at 81,525 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 9,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 72,313 miles · 2 Dec 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 9,212 miles
- Average per year
- 3,323 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 81,525 miles
- 2024 – 72,313 miles
- 2023 – 69,765 miles
- 2022 – 52,878 miles
- 2021 – 51,352 miles
- 2020 – 51,051 miles
- 2019 – 50,506 miles
- 2018 – 49,553 miles
- 2017 – 48,743 miles
- 2016 – 47,810 miles
- 2015 – 46,428 miles
- 2014 – 44,574 miles
- 2013 – 41,381 miles
- 2012 – 35,932 miles
- 2011 – 32,655 miles
- 2010 – 29,917 miles
- 2009 – 26,780 miles
- 2008 – 23,229 miles
- 2007 – 20,201 miles
- 2006 – 16,048 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass81,525 miles
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Full MOT history
22 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass81,525 miles (+9,212)2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 81,525 miles
- Test number
- 753076140560
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass72,313 miles (+2,548)1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 72,313 miles
- Test number
- 235458907472
- MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both shafts (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached diffuser loose (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll underbody covered in mud
Pass69,765 miles (+16,887)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 69,765 miles
- Test number
- 286190154118
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,878 miles (+1,526)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 52,878 miles
- Test number
- 450954624483
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
Pass51,352 miles (+301)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 51,352 miles
- Test number
- 563816759451
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear silencer deteriated,trim over sills not allowing a full inspection
Pass51,051 miles (+545)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 51,051 miles
- Test number
- 353370880461
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Silencer box is corroded
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass50,506 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 50,506 miles
- Test number
- 234359683131
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
Fail50,504 miles (+951)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,504 miles
- Test number
- 280093970394
- MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
Pass49,553 miles (+810)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 49,553 miles
- Test number
- 425764096845
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass48,743 miles (+933)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 48,743 miles
- Test number
- 998824454380
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on shoulders
Pass47,810 miles (+1,382)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 47,810 miles
- Test number
- 473484118291
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- 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)
Pass46,428 miles1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 46,428 miles
- Test number
- 229728165400
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteOffside front tyre is cutting out on the very inner edge
- NoteRear seats put back into the upright position to carry out full inspection of adult beat belts
Fail46,428 miles (+1,854)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,428 miles
- Test number
- 448878365175
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteOffside front tyre is cutting out on the very inner edge
- NoteRear seats put back into the upright position to carry out full inspection of adult beat belts
Pass44,574 miles (+3,193)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 44,574 miles
- Test number
- 358722664157
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteOffside front tyre is starting to cut out on inner edge
Pass41,381 miles (+5,449)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 41,381 miles
- Test number
- 159194763151
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass35,932 miles (+3,277)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 35,932 miles
- Test number
- 917964562171
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,655 miles (+2,738)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 32,655 miles
- Test number
- 888823471168
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,917 miles (+3,137)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 29,917 miles
- Test number
- 441588060187
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- NoteFront number plate has a small crack
Pass26,780 miles (+3,551)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 26,780 miles
- Test number
- 280442669135
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass23,229 miles (+3,028)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 23,229 miles
- Test number
- 403647058199
- NoteO s f tyre badly worn on inner edge
Pass20,201 miles (+4,153)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 20,201 miles
- Test number
- 564507157150
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass16,048 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 16,048 miles
- Test number
- 332194466125
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y885 MFC
- Does Y885 MFC currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y885 MFC is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y885 MFC?
- The MOT on Y885 MFC 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 Y885 MFC done?
- Y885 MFC was recorded at 81,525 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 3,323 miles a year.
- Has Y885 MFC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y885 MFC has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2019.
- Has the mileage on Y885 MFC 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 Y885 MFC find?
- Y885 MFC passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.
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