The road tax status for WP53 BYC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for WP53 BYC?

The MOT for WP53 BYC is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of WP53 BYC?

The recorded mileage for WP53 BYC is 184,364 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is WP53 BYC ULEZ compliant?

No, WP53 BYC 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

MOT Valid

2003 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · WP53 BYC

WP53 BYC

2003 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30/12/2003. Recorded mileage 184,364 miles. MOT valid until 29/10/2026.

Make & Model: SUBARU FORESTER
Year / Origin: 2003 · Bristol
MOT Status: Valid until 29/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 184,364 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 29/10/2026

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Mileage: 184,364 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 1994cc

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WP53 BYC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
184,364 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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WP53 BYC Mileage History

06/09/2024175,536 mi
25/09/2024175,931 mi+395 mi
25/09/2024175,931 mi
29/10/2025184,363 mi+8,432 mi
30/10/2025184,364 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 7,695 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

WP53 BYC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 14:45

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Subaru Forester (WP53 BYC) between September 2024 and October 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 30 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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: “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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