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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,994 cc

L40 WRXMOT history

L40 WRX is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 22 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 117,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2025.

L40 WRX blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2026
Mileage
117,814 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 WRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 WRX was last recorded at 117,814 miles on 16 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,814 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,814 miles
  • 2024 – 112,557 miles
  • 2023 – 107,059 miles
  • 2022 – 102,297 miles
  • 2021 – 97,129 miles
  • 2020 – 94,692 miles
  • 2019 – 91,942 miles
  • 2018 – 87,310 miles
  • 2017 – 82,895 miles
  • 2016 – 75,678 miles
  • 2015 – 70,068 miles
  • 2014 – 66,071 miles
  • 2013 – 62,225 miles
  • 2012 – 58,189 miles
  • 2011 – 51,630 miles
  • 2010 – 39,620 miles
  • 2009 – 28,907 miles
  • 2008 – 19,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,814 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff support brace (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Diff support brace (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • EML on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,814 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    117,814 miles
    Test number
    121377481741
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff support brace (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Diff support brace (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail117,814 miles (+5,257)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,814 miles
    Test number
    826157827877
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff support brace (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Diff support brace (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass112,557 miles (+5,498)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    112,557 miles
    Test number
    741203390580
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes, both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes, both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass107,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    107,059 miles
    Test number
    430546170361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake back plate corroded and slightly loose
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail107,059 miles (+4,762)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,059 miles
    Test number
    599304239345
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake back plate corroded and slightly loose
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass102,297 miles (+5,168)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,297 miles
    Test number
    882290183234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing uneven with other side and near squeal shim (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,129 miles (+2,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,129 miles
    Test number
    124506800516
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass94,692 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,692 miles
    Test number
    727898296473
    • AdvisoryEngine oil below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail94,692 miles (+2,750)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,692 miles
    Test number
    249924895712
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass91,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,942 miles
    Test number
    705297596350
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail91,942 miles (+4,632)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,942 miles
    Test number
    607514505034
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass87,310 miles (+5)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    87,310 miles
    Test number
    203781761773
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail87,305 miles (+4,410)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,305 miles
    Test number
    243884662135
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass82,895 miles (+7,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    82,895 miles
    Test number
    111576090745
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear section near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear section near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass75,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,678 miles
    Test number
    545363425955
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOil low, topped up prior to emissions test

  16. Fail75,678 miles (+5,610)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,678 miles
    Test number
    752941250238
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOil low, topped up prior to emissions test

  17. Pass70,068 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    245810450065
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant low
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail70,068 miles (+3,997)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    455019678762
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant low
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass66,071 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,071 miles
    Test number
    476839744211
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  20. Fail66,071 miles (+3,846)5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,071 miles
    Test number
    928919044215
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass62,225 miles (+90)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,225 miles
    Test number
    865050033145
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteN/S rear brake hose temporarily supported
    • NoteN/S/R Metal brake pipe damaged.

  22. Fail62,135 miles (+3,946)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,135 miles
    Test number
    598819523109
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteN/S/R Metal brake pipe damaged.

  23. Pass58,189 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    58,189 miles
    Test number
    469827332145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  24. Fail58,188 miles (+6,558)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,188 miles
    Test number
    588677032134
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  25. Pass51,630 miles (+12,010)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,630 miles
    Test number
    108177731164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,620 miles (+10,713)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,620 miles
    Test number
    984711710174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,907 miles (+8,983)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,907 miles
    Test number
    480998219187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,924 miles
    Test number
    532135888005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 WRX

Does L40 WRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 WRX expired on 15 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 WRX?
The MOT on L40 WRX expired on 15 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 WRX done?
L40 WRX was recorded at 117,814 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2025, an average of 5,601 miles a year.
Has L40 WRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 WRX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 WRX 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 L40 WRX find?
L40 WRX passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush, and 7 more.

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