Official DVLA Record

2018 Subaru XV 2.0L Petrol · YA18 DBO

YA18 DBO

2018 Subaru XV (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/08/2018. Recorded mileage 76,796 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SUBARU XV
Year / Origin
2018 · Leeds
MOT Status
Valid until 11/08/2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (14/05/2026)
Recorded Mileage
76,796 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 11/08/2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 14/05/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT on 2025-08-13 recorded three issues: both front tyres worn close to legal limits, an offside rear tyre with a nail, and windscreen damage. These suggest ongoing tyre wear and minor structural damage, but no critical safety faults. The 2024 MOT was clean, indicating a temporary improvement, though the 2023 and 2022 MOTs showed recurring tyre and brake pad concerns. A pattern of tyre wear emerges, with front tyres consistently near legal limits since 2022. This could signal improper inflation, alignment issues, or heavy use. Brake pads were noted as thin in 2023 but not in 2025, suggesting possible replacement or maintenance. Windscreen damage was recorded in 2023, 2022, and 2025, though it was deemed non-critical each time. The trend shows intermittent issues rather than a clear worsening. Tyre and brake pad problems occurred in alternating years, with no major defects in 2024 or 2021. However, the persistence of tyre wear and windscreen damage over four years raises concerns about maintenance habits or underlying mechanical stress.

YA18 DBO Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2025
  • 76,796 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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YA18 DBO Mileage History

  1. 19/07/202244,050 mi
  2. 28/07/202354,478 mi+10,428 mi
  3. 24/07/202468,385 mi+13,907 mi
  4. 13/08/202576,796 mi+8,411 mi

Average of roughly 10,670 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

YA18 DBO MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Jun 2026, 17:16
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Subaru Xv (YA18 DBO) between July 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (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.

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