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Subaru Impreza

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,994 cc

K30 OBYMOT history

K30 OBY is a green petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 112,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

K30 OBY green Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
112,592 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 OBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 OBY was last recorded at 112,592 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,587 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,592 miles
  • 2025 – 112,577 miles
  • 2024 – 112,567 miles
  • 2011 – 111,568 miles
  • 2009 – 111,046 miles
  • 2008 – 98,188 miles
  • 2007 – 82,842 miles
  • 2006 – 77,692 miles
  • 2005 – 70,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,592 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

12 tests since 2 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,592 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    112,592 miles
    Test number
    427714872042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,587 miles (+10)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,587 miles
    Test number
    527395219344
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower outer sill and sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass112,577 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    112,577 miles
    Test number
    215966373150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,567 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    112,567 miles
    Test number
    232658555009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass111,568 miles (+10)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    111,568 miles
    Test number
    206374741286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake disc's corroded
    • NoteFronr brake disc's corroded

  6. Fail111,558 miles (+512)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,558 miles
    Test number
    215988631274
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake disc's corroded
    • NoteFronr brake disc's corroded

  7. Fail111,046 miles (+12,858)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,046 miles
    Test number
    480760239357
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  8. Pass98,188 miles (+15,346)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    98,188 miles
    Test number
    951897838374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,842 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    82,842 miles
    Test number
    871342277144
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres worn on inside edges
    • NoteSecond hand catalyst fitted for test.no cat fitted on previous test

  10. Fail82,840 miles (+5,148)3 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,840 miles
    Test number
    782360977160
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside edges

  11. Pass77,692 miles (+7,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    683937606336
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass70,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    70,562 miles
    Test number
    320376805307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K30 OBY

Does K30 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 OBY is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 OBY?
The MOT on K30 OBY is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 OBY done?
K30 OBY was recorded at 112,592 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 2,035 miles a year.
Has K30 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 OBY has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K30 OBY 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 K30 OBY find?
K30 OBY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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