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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,994 cc

L55 SEYMOT history

L55 SEY is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 14 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 153,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2023.

L55 SEY blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2024
Mileage
153,281 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 SEY
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
14 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 SEY was last recorded at 153,281 miles on 29 Jun 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,277 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,281 miles
  • 2022 – 144,948 miles
  • 2021 – 139,044 miles
  • 2019 – 129,573 miles
  • 2018 – 121,078 miles
  • 2017 – 114,535 miles
  • 2016 – 111,240 miles
  • 2014 – 98,963 miles
  • 2012 – 90,608 miles
  • 2011 – 84,930 miles
  • 2010 – 77,666 miles
  • 2009 – 70,137 miles
  • 2008 – 63,093 miles
  • 2007 – 55,707 miles
  • 2006 – 45,654 miles
  • 2005 – 39,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,281 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBoth inner sills welded and sealed

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened all rear tie bars

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,281 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    153,281 miles
    Test number
    843162078658
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills welded and sealed

  2. Fail153,277 miles (+8,329)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,277 miles
    Test number
    574705051596
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass144,948 miles (+5,904)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    144,948 miles
    Test number
    335433761175
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis legs corroded ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear non standard brake flexi hoses
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills welded and sealed
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Pass139,044 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    139,044 miles
    Test number
    227975652371
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened all rear tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats and seat belts fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills welded and sealed

  5. Fail139,038 miles (+9,465)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,038 miles
    Test number
    227157573371
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened all rear tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass129,573 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,573 miles
    Test number
    391892864242
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills,floor and chassis. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted.

  7. Fail129,568 miles (+8,490)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,568 miles
    Test number
    224049982228
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills,floor and chassis. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted.

  8. Pass121,078 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,078 miles
    Test number
    476025022422
    • AdvisoryBrake operation slightly spongy ok at time of test

  9. Fail121,070 miles (+6,535)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,070 miles
    Test number
    262995850651
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,535 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    114,535 miles
    Test number
    443321164392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,240 miles
    Test number
    171174886917
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear join (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail111,240 miles (+12,277)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,240 miles
    Test number
    509085379781
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure both (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear join (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  13. Pass98,963 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    98,963 miles
    Test number
    145116754192
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteVehicle underside corroded

  14. Fail98,963 miles (+8,355)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,963 miles
    Test number
    198395054101
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass90,608 miles (+9)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,608 miles
    Test number
    127119052200
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  16. Fail90,599 miles (+5,669)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,599 miles
    Test number
    219028352228
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  17. Pass84,930 miles (+7,264)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    649849041223
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Pass77,666 miles (+7,529)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    77,666 miles
    Test number
    872560250263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,137 miles (+7,044)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,137 miles
    Test number
    873021759217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,093 miles
    Test number
    803213538221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,093 miles (+7,386)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,093 miles
    Test number
    281923538265
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass55,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,707 miles
    Test number
    471949047249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,707 miles (+10,053)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,707 miles
    Test number
    814339847201
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn 2-3 mm 215/4517W †o/s/f tyre worn to 2 mm ----"---- †n/s/f tre worn to 1.6mm ----"----
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low
    • NoteStone chip front screen

  24. Pass45,654 miles (+6,213)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,654 miles
    Test number
    870605656227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,441 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    39,441 miles
    Test number
    641669535391
    • NoteBoth front tyres low 1.6 & 2mm
    • NoteBattery insecure

Questions about L55 SEY

Does L55 SEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 SEY expired on 28 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 SEY?
The MOT on L55 SEY expired on 28 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 SEY done?
L55 SEY was recorded at 153,281 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2023, an average of 6,482 miles a year.
Has L55 SEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 SEY has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L55 SEY 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 L55 SEY find?
L55 SEY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective; child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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