No, V878 DFH is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for V878 DFH?

The MOT for V878 DFH is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 July 2016.

What is the recorded mileage of V878 DFH?

The recorded mileage for V878 DFH is 162,565 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is V878 DFH ULEZ compliant?

No, V878 DFH does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1999 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · V878 DFH

V878 DFH

1999 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/10/1999. Recorded mileage 162,565 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: SUBARU FORESTER
Year / Origin: 1999 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 22/07/2016
Road Tax: Untaxed (30/11/2015)
Recorded Mileage: 162,565 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 22/07/2016

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 30/11/2015

Mileage: 162,565 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1999
Engine: 1994cc

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V878 DFH Key Findings

13 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2015
162,565 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Older vehicle

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V878 DFH Mileage History

26/08/200566,620 mi
06/09/200674,905 mi+8,285 mi
31/08/200788,632 mi+13,727 mi
28/08/2008100,437 mi+11,805 mi
15/09/2009112,553 mi+12,116 mi
23/07/2010125,064 mi+12,511 mi
20/07/2011129,322 mi+4,258 mi
20/07/2012133,267 mi+3,945 mi
18/07/2013142,919 mi+9,652 mi
15/07/2014153,325 mi+10,406 mi
15/07/2014153,325 mi
14/07/2015162,364 mi+9,039 mi
23/07/2015162,565 mi+201 mi

Average of roughly 9,685 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.

V878 DFH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 19:38

MOT Analysis

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13 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Subaru Forester (V878 DFH) between August 2005 and July 2015.

The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 23 July 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”; “Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”.

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