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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

B185 TLFMOT history

B185 TLF is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 176,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2023.

B185 TLF blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2024
Mileage
176,940 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B185 TLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

B185 TLF was last recorded at 176,940 miles on 1 Feb 2023, 11,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Aug 2014: 13,170 miles, lower than 122,422 miles on 13 Aug 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
165,847 miles · 18 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
11,093 miles
Average per year
9,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,940 miles
  • 2022 – 165,847 miles
  • 2020 – 157,638 miles
  • 2019 – 155,689 miles
  • 2017 – 153,495 miles
  • 2016 – 150,525 miles
  • 2015 – 140,906 miles
  • 2014 – 13,170 miles
  • 2013 – 122,422 miles
  • 2012 – 111,831 miles
  • 2011 – 102,931 miles
  • 2010 – 91,277 miles
  • 2009 – 78,088 miles
  • 2008 – 58,085 miles
  • 2007 – 31,758 miles
  • 2006 – 23,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,940 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine management light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,940 miles (+11,093)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    176,940 miles
    Test number
    179764296106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass165,847 miles (+8,209)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    165,847 miles
    Test number
    622245619481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass157,638 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    157,638 miles
    Test number
    588224127539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail157,608 miles (+14)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,608 miles
    Test number
    454529530801
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  5. Fail157,594 miles (+34)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,594 miles
    Test number
    451221360574
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  6. Fail157,560 miles (+1,871)5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,560 miles
    Test number
    572916564768
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass155,689 miles (+2,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    155,689 miles
    Test number
    280259570417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear shock arsorbers corroded

  8. Pass153,495 miles (+2,970)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    153,495 miles
    Test number
    801438514163
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower split pin rusted
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside and offside rear (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside rear (2.4.A.3)

  9. Pass150,525 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    150,525 miles
    Test number
    506353003120
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail150,525 miles (+9,619)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,525 miles
    Test number
    909698507869
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass140,906 miles (+127,736)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    140,906 miles
    Test number
    867294525277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteSide wall cracking on nearside front tyre

  12. Pass13,170 miles (-109,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    13,170 miles
    Test number
    319030024426
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass122,422 miles (+10,591)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    122,422 miles
    Test number
    999065023292
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass111,831 miles (+8,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,831 miles
    Test number
    938142242177
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass102,931 miles (+11,654)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    102,931 miles
    Test number
    785124961133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,277 miles (+13,189)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,277 miles
    Test number
    262325160179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,088 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    78,088 miles
    Test number
    203356959462
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  18. Fail78,088 miles (+20,003)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,088 miles
    Test number
    234556759475
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  19. Pass58,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,085 miles
    Test number
    594952868176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail58,085 miles (+26,327)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,085 miles
    Test number
    792012668195
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass31,758 miles (+8,221)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,758 miles
    Test number
    373228367083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,537 miles
    Test number
    801586276087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B185 TLF

Does B185 TLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B185 TLF expired on 31 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B185 TLF?
The MOT on B185 TLF expired on 31 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B185 TLF done?
B185 TLF was recorded at 176,940 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2023, an average of 9,088 miles a year.
Has B185 TLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B185 TLF has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on B185 TLF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Aug 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on B185 TLF find?
B185 TLF passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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