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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,994 cc

C8 ETCMOT history

C8 ETC is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 15 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 151,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

C8 ETC blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
151,663 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 ETC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 ETC was last recorded at 151,663 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,311 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
352 miles
Average per year
5,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,663 miles
  • 2025 – 151,311 miles
  • 2024 – 150,889 miles
  • 2023 – 150,588 miles
  • 2022 – 150,057 miles
  • 2021 – 149,769 miles
  • 2020 – 149,753 miles
  • 2019 – 149,453 miles
  • 2018 – 145,173 miles
  • 2017 – 137,354 miles
  • 2016 – 128,807 miles
  • 2015 – 119,595 miles
  • 2014 – 112,530 miles
  • 2013 – 103,327 miles
  • 2012 – 94,062 miles
  • 2011 – 85,845 miles
  • 2010 – 77,053 miles
  • 2009 – 71,172 miles
  • 2008 – 61,535 miles
  • 2007 – 52,950 miles
  • 2006 – 51,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,663 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,663 miles (+352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    151,663 miles
    Test number
    482535385955
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass151,311 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    151,311 miles
    Test number
    721310740306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass150,889 miles (+301)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    150,889 miles
    Test number
    574905919308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass150,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    150,588 miles
    Test number
    568853366350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail150,588 miles (+531)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,588 miles
    Test number
    370690717839
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass150,057 miles (+288)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    150,057 miles
    Test number
    554720316003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,769 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,769 miles
    Test number
    769634385830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail149,753 miles (+300)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,753 miles
    Test number
    333045422495
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake only just met requirements

  9. Pass149,453 miles (+4,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    149,453 miles
    Test number
    877398989806
    • AdvisorySill covers

  10. Pass145,173 miles (+7,819)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    145,173 miles
    Test number
    652300878287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass137,354 miles (+72)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    137,354 miles
    Test number
    898007888343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  12. Fail137,282 miles (+8,475)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,282 miles
    Test number
    587361107716
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  13. Pass128,807 miles (+9,212)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    128,807 miles
    Test number
    965234236080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,595 miles (+7,065)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    119,595 miles
    Test number
    935894331300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass112,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    112,530 miles
    Test number
    289343954296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,530 miles (+9,203)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,530 miles
    Test number
    219951444232
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Fail103,327 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,327 miles
    Test number
    316035833248
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass103,327 miles (+9,265)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    103,327 miles
    Test number
    417035033266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,062 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,062 miles
    Test number
    315433222218
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth side sills corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to N/S/F cross beam
    • NoteSlight damage to N/S/F hose will need attension soon
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail94,062 miles (+8,217)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,062 miles
    Test number
    445863122214
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth side sills corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to N/S/F cross beam
    • NoteSlight damage to N/S/F hose will need attension soon
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass85,845 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    85,845 miles
    Test number
    958249321261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail85,837 miles (+8,784)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,837 miles
    Test number
    717868921234
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass77,053 miles (+5,881)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    77,053 miles
    Test number
    260089310229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,172 miles (+9,637)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    71,172 miles
    Test number
    320620339457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,535 miles (+8,585)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,535 miles
    Test number
    552171468160
    • NoteHeavy tyre wear n/s/f inner edge
    • NoteHeavy tyre wear o/s/f outer edge

  26. Pass52,950 miles (+1,109)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    52,950 miles
    Test number
    644979357169
    • NoteExhaust system rusty

  27. Pass51,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    51,841 miles
    Test number
    372289166280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 ETC

Does C8 ETC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 ETC is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 ETC?
The MOT on C8 ETC is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 ETC done?
C8 ETC was recorded at 151,663 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 5,047 miles a year.
Has C8 ETC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 ETC has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on C8 ETC 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 C8 ETC find?
C8 ETC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive rear diff.

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