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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

K31 VYBMOT history

K31 VYB is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

K31 VYB blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
130,381 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 VYB
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
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 VYB was last recorded at 130,381 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,368 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,381 miles
  • 2019 – 122,354 miles
  • 2018 – 120,567 miles
  • 2017 – 115,959 miles
  • 2016 – 108,770 miles
  • 2014 – 99,746 miles
  • 2013 – 90,871 miles
  • 2012 – 80,653 miles
  • 2011 – 74,226 miles
  • 2010 – 69,591 miles
  • 2009 – 62,170 miles
  • 2008 – 54,798 miles
  • 2007 – 45,948 miles
  • 2006 – 32,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,381 miles
  • AdvisoryFront subframe brackets removedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle is covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Headlamp aim too low

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside sill cover is loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear wheel alignment/damaged suspension part allows wheel to "toe out" at front.

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,381 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,381 miles
    Test number
    428591270046
    • AdvisoryFront subframe brackets removed
    • AdvisoryVehicle is covered in underseal

  2. Fail130,368 miles (+24)3 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,368 miles
    Test number
    574655090935
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mtg area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe brackets removed
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle is covered in underseal

  3. Fail130,344 miles (+7,990)3 dangerous12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,344 miles
    Test number
    710105479970
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • 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 at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch inner fibreglassed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder car under sealed

  4. Pass122,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,354 miles
    Test number
    640320091537
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill cover is loose

  5. Fail122,354 miles (+1,787)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,354 miles
    Test number
    188937865328
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill cover is loose

  6. Pass120,567 miles (+1)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,567 miles
    Test number
    229256434368
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel alignment/damaged suspension part allows wheel to "toe out" at front.

  7. Fail120,566 miles (+4,607)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,566 miles
    Test number
    810494790406
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel alignment/damaged suspension part allows wheel to "toe out" at front.
    • 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 passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from two places (7.1.2)

  8. Pass115,959 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,959 miles
    Test number
    420299511544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,950 miles (+7,180)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,950 miles
    Test number
    793013496453
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate dull (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner driveshaft gaiter is leaking

  10. Pass108,770 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,770 miles
    Test number
    284029706543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  11. Fail108,768 miles (+9,022)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,768 miles
    Test number
    890812247292
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass99,746 miles (+8,875)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,746 miles
    Test number
    797956714346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass90,871 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    90,871 miles
    Test number
    908772913358
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail90,871 miles (+1,821)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,871 miles
    Test number
    808449303395
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass89,050 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    89,050 miles
    Test number
    986378753084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,788 miles (+8,135)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,788 miles
    Test number
    336794043069
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass80,653 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,653 miles
    Test number
    546747932063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail80,651 miles (+6,425)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,651 miles
    Test number
    197067632407
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass74,226 miles (+318)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    74,226 miles
    Test number
    468163551029
    • NoteEngine light on

  20. Pass73,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    73,908 miles
    Test number
    126954911448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,908 miles (+4,317)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,908 miles
    Test number
    727994311001
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass69,591 miles (+7,421)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    69,591 miles
    Test number
    341249720004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,170 miles (+7,372)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,170 miles
    Test number
    404489509049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,798 miles (+8,850)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,798 miles
    Test number
    910321218038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,948 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,948 miles
    Test number
    144426917433
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass45,948 miles (+12,995)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    45,948 miles
    Test number
    962466517042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,953 miles
    Test number
    224557916016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K31 VYB

Does K31 VYB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K31 VYB expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K31 VYB?
The MOT on K31 VYB expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K31 VYB done?
K31 VYB was recorded at 130,381 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 4,940 miles a year.
Has K31 VYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 VYB has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K31 VYB 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 K31 VYB find?
K31 VYB passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front subframe brackets removed; vehicle is covered in underseal.

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