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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,994 cc

L27 TEDMOT history

L27 TED is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 15 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 166,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

L27 TED 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 May 2027
Mileage
166,228 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 TED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 TED was last recorded at 166,228 miles on 8 May 2026, 1,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jan 2019: 140,876 miles, lower than 156,281 miles on 12 May 2018.

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
165,124 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,104 miles
Average per year
6,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,228 miles
  • 2025 – 165,124 miles
  • 2023 – 157,750 miles
  • 2021 – 152,374 miles
  • 2019 – 140,876 miles
  • 2018 – 156,281 miles
  • 2017 – 146,438 miles
  • 2016 – 141,610 miles
  • 2014 – 130,656 miles
  • 2013 – 120,010 miles
  • 2012 – 108,590 miles
  • 2011 – 89,423 miles
  • 2010 – 77,049 miles
  • 2009 – 71,182 miles
  • 2007 – 44,231 miles
  • 2006 – 37,672 miles
  • 2005 – 26,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,228 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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • 215/45/R17/87W. OF 0 OR 4 NR 4 NF 1mm.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,228 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    166,228 miles
    Test number
    156747858795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass165,124 miles (+7,374)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    165,124 miles
    Test number
    645748377784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass157,750 miles (+5,376)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    157,750 miles
    Test number
    533834087292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,374 miles (+11,498)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    152,374 miles
    Test number
    850211026319
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres displaying age related cracking
    • AdvisoryVehicle displaying restorative repairs

  5. Pass140,876 miles (-15,405)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    140,876 miles
    Test number
    531458243067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass156,281 miles (+9,843)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    156,281 miles
    Test number
    563376634113
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion roof (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/45r17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass146,438 miles (+4,828)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    146,438 miles
    Test number
    345167510824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,610 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    141,610 miles
    Test number
    365328587436
    • Advisory215/45/R17/87W. OF 7 OR 4 NR 5 NF 7mm.

  9. Fail141,566 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,566 miles
    Test number
    565573994623
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • Advisory215/45/R17/87W. OF 0 OR 4 NR 4 NF 1mm.

  10. Fail141,566 miles (+10,910)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,566 miles
    Test number
    908030961365
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Advisory215/45/R17/87W. OF 0 OR 4 NR 4 NF 1mm.

  11. Pass130,656 miles (+10,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    130,656 miles
    Test number
    147703964003
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass120,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    120,010 miles
    Test number
    996296833182
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail120,010 miles (+11,420)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,010 miles
    Test number
    808385933119
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass108,590 miles (+19,167)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,590 miles
    Test number
    797801892076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass89,423 miles (+12,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,423 miles
    Test number
    197537851088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass77,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,049 miles
    Test number
    901114500236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,049 miles (+5,867)1 failure8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,049 miles
    Test number
    801184700218
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteObject hanging from rear view mirror causing obstruction to drivers view greater than 40mm in zone'b'(removed)
    • NoteRear brake discs heavily corroded

  18. Pass71,182 miles (+26,951)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,182 miles
    Test number
    833077489117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDamage to o/s/f
    • NoteFront wiper blades poor
    • NoteVandalism damage to rear

  19. Pass44,231 miles (+6,559)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,231 miles
    Test number
    530652977169
    • NoteExhaust system is in poor condition
    • NoteWheel alignment should be checked ref uneven tyre wear on front

  20. Pass37,672 miles (+10,758)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,672 miles
    Test number
    203793366425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    26,914 miles
    Test number
    274118565199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 TED

Does L27 TED currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 TED is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 TED?
The MOT on L27 TED is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 TED done?
L27 TED was recorded at 166,228 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 6,669 miles a year.
Has L27 TED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 TED has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2016.
Has the mileage on L27 TED ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jan 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L27 TED find?
L27 TED passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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