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Subaru Impreza

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

K88 OSTMOT history

K88 OST is a silver petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2025.

K88 OST silver Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2026
Mileage
153,500 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 OST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 OST was last recorded at 153,500 miles on 4 Sept 2025, 3,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 May 2015: 99,312 miles, lower than 99,426 miles on 24 Apr 2015.

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
150,256 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,244 miles
Average per year
5,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,500 miles
  • 2024 – 150,256 miles
  • 2023 – 146,492 miles
  • 2022 – 142,861 miles
  • 2018 – 121,672 miles
  • 2017 – 112,903 miles
  • 2016 – 107,178 miles
  • 2015 – 99,312 miles
  • 2014 – 95,147 miles
  • 2013 – 91,465 miles
  • 2012 – 86,450 miles
  • 2011 – 82,205 miles
  • 2010 – 78,168 miles
  • 2009 – 73,210 miles
  • 2008 – 71,142 miles
  • 2007 – 66,490 miles
  • 2006 – 59,108 miles
  • 2005 – 46,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,500 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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear outer sill - floor distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,500 miles (+3,244)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    153,500 miles
    Test number
    478517841474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass150,256 miles (+3,764)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    150,256 miles
    Test number
    696197519227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,492 miles (+3,631)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,492 miles
    Test number
    209950741201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    142,861 miles
    Test number
    222461169298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail142,861 miles (+21,189)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,861 miles
    Test number
    667900268868
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  6. Pass121,672 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,672 miles
    Test number
    504847656700
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake flexi secured with cable tie
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill - floor distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake flexi secured with cable tie
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake flexi secured with cable tie
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill - floor distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear poor welding repair
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  7. Fail121,672 miles (+8)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,672 miles
    Test number
    449406677065
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake flexi secured with cable tie
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill - floor distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake flexi secured with cable tie
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake flexi secured with cable tie
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill - floor distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear poor welding repair
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  8. Fail121,664 miles (+8,761)1 dangerous11 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,664 miles
    Test number
    706227319038
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Vehicle overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower inner arch / sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Electrical wiring inadequately secured cooling fan wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front side light lamp insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper incorrectly fitted but secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill - floor distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose secured with cable tie
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill - floor distorted
    • AdvisoryPassenger air bag present no drivers air bag or MIL cannot determine if fitted as standard
    • AdvisoryTapley meter brake test carried out due to four wheel drive
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  9. Pass112,903 miles (+14)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,903 miles
    Test number
    928563082825
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted, unable to check sills

  10. Fail112,889 miles (+5,711)16 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,889 miles
    Test number
    466694790209
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive .6% (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp missing mainbeam (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength inner arch/sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp missing mainbeam (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle/diff mount (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWheel nut(s) missing one missing off all 4 wheels (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate insecure pushed behind dash, obscuring letters (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted, unable to check sills

  11. Pass107,178 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    107,178 miles
    Test number
    590503745851
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate tucked into dash behind screen but still readable
    • AdvisorySillm covers fitted so unable to test sill correctly

  12. Fail107,168 miles (+7,856)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,168 miles
    Test number
    560977837893
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill, and outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate tucked into dash behind screen but still readable
    • AdvisorySillm covers fitted so unable to test sill correctly

  13. Pass99,312 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    99,312 miles
    Test number
    678419935118
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteAll weldings heavily sealent
    • NoteFront to rear exhuast system corroded

  14. FailMileage not read2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    115023935124
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront to rear exhuast system corroded

  15. Fail99,426 miles (+4,279)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,426 miles
    Test number
    269374115183
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass95,147 miles (+74)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    95,147 miles
    Test number
    788939814173
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has cuts in inner sidewall but not deep enough to reach tyre stucture
    • NoteWindscreen tinting strip fitted to upper part of windscreen

  17. Fail95,073 miles (+3,608)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,073 miles
    Test number
    288293914482
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has cuts in inner sidewall but not deep enough to reach tyre stucture
    • NoteWindscreen tinting strip fitted to upper part of windscreen

  18. Pass91,465 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    91,465 miles
    Test number
    109992013185
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteNearside steering rack end worn slightly

  19. Fail91,465 miles (+5,015)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,465 miles
    Test number
    688892813182
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteNearside steering rack end worn slightly

  20. Pass86,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,450 miles
    Test number
    176135212130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,450 miles (+4,245)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,450 miles
    Test number
    967155612125
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass82,205 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    82,205 miles
    Test number
    358726311165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,168 miles (+4,958)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    78,168 miles
    Test number
    963937500189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,210 miles (+2,068)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,210 miles
    Test number
    990377429141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSill trims fitted, partial examination only

  25. Pass71,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    71,142 miles
    Test number
    320785738496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail71,142 miles (+4,652)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,142 miles
    Test number
    340324438410
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass66,490 miles (+7,382)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    66,490 miles
    Test number
    783336937218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust slight deterioration
    • NoteSlight wear on suspension bushes

  28. Pass59,108 miles (+13,078)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    59,108 miles
    Test number
    434556096291
    • NoteFront disc pads wearing slightly low

  29. Pass46,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    46,030 miles
    Test number
    584001875226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 OST

Does K88 OST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K88 OST expired on 3 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K88 OST?
The MOT on K88 OST expired on 3 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K88 OST done?
K88 OST was recorded at 153,500 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2025, an average of 5,391 miles a year.
Has K88 OST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 OST has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on K88 OST ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K88 OST find?
K88 OST passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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