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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

J8 LYBMOT history

J8 LYB is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 10 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 98,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

J8 LYB blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
98,178 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,781 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 LYB
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
10 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 LYB was last recorded at 98,178 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,134 miles · 1 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
3,781 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,178 miles
  • 2021 – 98,134 miles
  • 2017 – 95,328 miles
  • 2015 – 87,162 miles
  • 2014 – 82,364 miles
  • 2013 – 76,229 miles
  • 2011 – 61,221 miles
  • 2010 – 53,074 miles
  • 2009 – 47,818 miles
  • 2008 – 38,263 miles
  • 2007 – 30,679 miles
  • 2006 – 24,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,178 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Check engine light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,178 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    98,178 miles
    Test number
    633152464141
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail98,178 miles (+44)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,178 miles
    Test number
    584852429074
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail98,134 miles (+2,806)2 dangerous12 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,134 miles
    Test number
    180383414066
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  4. Pass95,328 miles (+391)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,328 miles
    Test number
    470540392479
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCheck engine light on

  5. Fail94,937 miles (+7,775)2 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,937 miles
    Test number
    747027571138
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCheck engine light on

  6. Pass87,162 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,162 miles
    Test number
    464514169709
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  7. Fail87,148 miles (+4,784)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,148 miles
    Test number
    469662893094
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Pass82,364 miles (+6,135)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,364 miles
    Test number
    425284604256
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust system slightly corroded
    • NoteSills have plastic trim covers

  9. Pass76,229 miles (+15,008)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,229 miles
    Test number
    789320003138
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  10. Pass61,221 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    61,221 miles
    Test number
    385643541351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,809 miles (+5,735)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,809 miles
    Test number
    567413221186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,074 miles (+5,256)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,074 miles
    Test number
    650428010183
    • NoteOffside front inner c/v boot leaking slightly
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate

  13. Pass47,818 miles (+9,555)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    47,818 miles
    Test number
    703230229185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,263 miles (+7,584)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,263 miles
    Test number
    401779298007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,679 miles (+6,658)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,679 miles
    Test number
    641450087025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,021 miles
    Test number
    653900886054
    • 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)

Questions about J8 LYB

Does J8 LYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 LYB is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on J8 LYB?
The MOT on J8 LYB is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 LYB done?
J8 LYB was recorded at 98,178 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 3,781 miles a year.
Has J8 LYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 LYB has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on J8 LYB 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 J8 LYB find?
J8 LYB passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective both sides; exhaust noisy; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 2 more.

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