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Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 1,994 cc

L34 FFXMOT history

L34 FFX is a silver petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 193,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
193,612 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L34 FFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L34 FFX was last recorded at 193,612 miles on 6 May 2026, 2,221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,391 miles · 10 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,221 miles
Average per year
4,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,612 miles
  • 2025 – 191,391 miles
  • 2024 – 189,622 miles
  • 2023 – 187,284 miles
  • 2021 – 187,263 miles
  • 2020 – 185,412 miles
  • 2019 – 180,856 miles
  • 2018 – 176,252 miles
  • 2017 – 169,764 miles
  • 2016 – 164,338 miles
  • 2015 – 158,749 miles
  • 2014 – 151,052 miles
  • 2013 – 145,289 miles
  • 2012 – 139,186 miles
  • 2011 – 136,176 miles
  • 2010 – 133,407 miles
  • 2009 – 128,118 miles
  • 2007 – 114,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,612 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Corrosion to rear subframe

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Plastic sill covers fitted preventing full examination of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Plastic sill covers preventing full examination of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,612 miles (+2,221)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    193,612 miles
    Test number
    693789467409
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass191,391 miles (+1,769)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    191,391 miles
    Test number
    906848684685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass189,622 miles (+2,338)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    189,622 miles
    Test number
    968331747219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass187,284 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    187,284 miles
    Test number
    542977607812
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted preventing full examination of vehicle
  5. Fail187,282 miles (+19)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,282 miles
    Test number
    181484566328
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted preventing full examination of vehicle
  6. Pass187,263 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    187,263 miles
    Test number
    126598219779
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion to subframe
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers preventing full examination of vehicle
  7. Fail187,252 miles (+1,840)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,252 miles
    Test number
    495082822062
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers preventing full examination of vehicle
  8. Pass185,412 miles (+4,556)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    185,412 miles
    Test number
    105546555538
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres beginning to perish
    • AdvisorySports exhaust fitted
  9. Pass180,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    180,856 miles
    Test number
    851956741028
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Fail180,856 miles (+4,604)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,856 miles
    Test number
    662907905952
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  11. Pass176,252 miles (+6,488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    176,252 miles
    Test number
    699707450506
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass169,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    169,764 miles
    Test number
    121380576238
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Fail169,764 miles (+5,426)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,764 miles
    Test number
    986258604071
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass164,338 miles (+5,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    164,338 miles
    Test number
    557897239621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass158,749 miles (+7,697)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    158,749 miles
    Test number
    928047315241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass151,052 miles (+5,763)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    151,052 miles
    Test number
    607093214275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass145,289 miles (+6,103)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    145,289 miles
    Test number
    599470013200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass139,186 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    139,186 miles
    Test number
    936940802250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass136,176 miles (+2,769)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    136,176 miles
    Test number
    369253711249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s rear tyre puncture repair
  20. Pass133,407 miles (+5,289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    133,407 miles
    Test number
    424950100294
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass128,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    128,118 miles
    Test number
    400240919261
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass119,876 km
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    119,876 km
    Test number
    180736908297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass114,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    114,523 miles
    Test number
    163024397197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass107,916 km
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    107,916 km
    Test number
    872668306211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail107,916 km5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,916 km
    Test number
    812436506296
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L34 FFX

Does L34 FFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L34 FFX is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L34 FFX?
The MOT on L34 FFX is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L34 FFX done?
L34 FFX was recorded at 193,612 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 4,204 miles a year.
Has L34 FFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L34 FFX has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L34 FFX 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 L34 FFX find?
L34 FFX passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill.

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