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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,457 cc

L18 CDMMOT history

L18 CDM is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 138,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

L18 CDM blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
138,350 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 CDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 CDM was last recorded at 138,350 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 4,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,596 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,754 miles
Average per year
6,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,350 miles
  • 2025 – 133,596 miles
  • 2024 – 124,351 miles
  • 2023 – 108,510 miles
  • 2021 – 105,909 miles
  • 2020 – 99,403 miles
  • 2019 – 91,183 miles
  • 2018 – 79,984 miles
  • 2017 – 75,656 miles
  • 2016 – 69,598 miles
  • 2015 – 63,566 miles
  • 2014 – 58,232 miles
  • 2013 – 49,745 miles
  • 2012 – 42,771 miles
  • 2011 – 36,775 miles
  • 2010 – 34,352 miles
  • 2009 – 29,182 miles
  • 2008 – 22,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,350 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,350 miles (+4,754)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    138,350 miles
    Test number
    247892281360
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass133,596 miles (+9,245)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    133,596 miles
    Test number
    760465323882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass124,351 miles (+15,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    124,351 miles
    Test number
    865943035131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass108,510 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,510 miles
    Test number
    496770296251
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill slightly corroded

  5. Fail108,506 miles (+2,597)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,506 miles
    Test number
    150570276702
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass105,909 miles (+6,506)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    105,909 miles
    Test number
    888450979150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,403 miles (+8,220)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,403 miles
    Test number
    823130156786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,183 miles (+11,199)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,183 miles
    Test number
    439117274310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,984 miles (+4,328)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,984 miles
    Test number
    779489772462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,656 miles (+6,058)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,656 miles
    Test number
    249057554474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,598 miles (+6,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,598 miles
    Test number
    838562772800
    • 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)

  12. Pass63,566 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,566 miles
    Test number
    850552619564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,232 miles (+8,487)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,232 miles
    Test number
    325076974418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,745 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,745 miles
    Test number
    575228473221
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass49,745 miles (+6,974)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,745 miles
    Test number
    999028673232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,771 miles (+5,996)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,771 miles
    Test number
    406821192252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,775 miles (+2,423)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    36,775 miles
    Test number
    359786141334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,352 miles (+5,170)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,352 miles
    Test number
    604855950356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,182 miles (+6,902)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,182 miles
    Test number
    711223559322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,280 miles
    Test number
    863102258317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 CDM

Does L18 CDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 CDM is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 CDM?
The MOT on L18 CDM is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 CDM done?
L18 CDM was recorded at 138,350 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 6,618 miles a year.
Has L18 CDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 CDM has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on L18 CDM 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 L18 CDM find?
L18 CDM passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d; nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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