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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 2,457 cc

L90 SUBMOT history

L90 SUB is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 10 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 103,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2024.

L90 SUB blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2024
Mileage
103,780 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2024
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L90 SUB was last recorded at 103,780 miles on 14 Dec 2024, 2,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,222 miles · 14 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,558 miles
Average per year
5,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 103,780 miles
  • 2023 – 101,222 miles
  • 2022 – 96,390 miles
  • 2021 – 88,647 miles
  • 2020 – 80,872 miles
  • 2019 – 70,402 miles
  • 2017 – 70,346 miles
  • 2016 – 66,493 miles
  • 2015 – 59,412 miles
  • 2014 – 44,727 miles
  • 2013 – 37,497 miles
  • 2012 – 30,960 miles
  • 2011 – 23,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,780 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle covered in underseal

What MOT failures 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 Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,780 miles (+2,558)9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,780 miles
    Test number
    615002085283
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle covered in underseal

  2. Pass101,222 miles (+4,832)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    101,222 miles
    Test number
    933282239098
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass96,390 miles (+7,743)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,390 miles
    Test number
    736747956330
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,647 miles (+7,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,647 miles
    Test number
    233676572298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass80,872 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,872 miles
    Test number
    456250265287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail80,850 miles (+10,448)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    992289257559
    • MajorEmissions not tested Cat missing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass70,402 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,402 miles
    Test number
    551555537852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,346 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    70,346 miles
    Test number
    987733851975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,493 miles (+7,081)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,493 miles
    Test number
    461486473263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,412 miles (+5,702)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,412 miles
    Test number
    813685652129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,710 miles (+8,983)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,710 miles
    Test number
    485458975023
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass44,727 miles (+7,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,727 miles
    Test number
    896879274091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass37,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,497 miles
    Test number
    178702473423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,497 miles (+6,537)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,497 miles
    Test number
    289822973011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  15. Pass30,960 miles (+7,523)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,960 miles
    Test number
    826102872006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    23,437 miles
    Test number
    875134771045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 SUB

Does L90 SUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 SUB expired on 13 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 SUB?
The MOT on L90 SUB expired on 13 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 SUB done?
L90 SUB was recorded at 103,780 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2024, an average of 5,842 miles a year.
Has L90 SUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SUB has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 SUB 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 L90 SUB find?
L90 SUB failed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2024 with 9 major defects and 8 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front position lamp not working, and 14 more.

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