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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

LE51 FFUMOT history

LE51 FFU is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 3 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2024.

LE51 FFU blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2024
Mileage
124,337 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE51 FFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE51 FFU was last recorded at 124,337 miles on 21 Mar 2024, 6,798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,539 miles · 30 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,798 miles
Average per year
5,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,337 miles
  • 2023 – 117,539 miles
  • 2022 – 103,575 miles
  • 2021 – 98,317 miles
  • 2020 – 93,358 miles
  • 2019 – 77,556 miles
  • 2018 – 77,540 miles
  • 2014 – 70,968 miles
  • 2013 – 67,739 miles
  • 2012 – 61,603 miles
  • 2011 – 54,592 miles
  • 2010 – 49,749 miles
  • 2009 – 41,317 miles
  • 2008 – 39,023 miles
  • 2007 – 36,690 miles
  • 2006 – 33,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,337 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEml light onRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

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.

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertrays/sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,337 miles (+6,798)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,337 miles
    Test number
    164918574120
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
  2. Pass117,539 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,539 miles
    Test number
    481081968713
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/sill covers fitted
  3. Fail117,508 miles (+13,933)1 dangerous2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,508 miles
    Test number
    385987963112
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened 4 holes,nearside and offside front under wheearches and center subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack gaiter twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/sill covers fitted
  4. Pass103,575 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,575 miles
    Test number
    252395940472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail103,561 miles (+5,244)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,561 miles
    Test number
    109634716621
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  6. Pass98,317 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,317 miles
    Test number
    543668109464
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail98,317 miles (+4,959)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,317 miles
    Test number
    818899521720
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass93,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,358 miles
    Test number
    928935120920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,358 miles (+15,802)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,358 miles
    Test number
    393472537816
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  10. Pass77,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,556 miles
    Test number
    982349669185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,556 miles (+16)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,556 miles
    Test number
    568125423819
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  12. Fail77,540 miles (+6,572)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,540 miles
    Test number
    602481928231
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort both rear (3.7.B.5a)
  13. Pass70,968 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,968 miles
    Test number
    319374694484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,739 miles (+6,136)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,739 miles
    Test number
    289137353258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,603 miles (+143)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,603 miles
    Test number
    328831642476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteF/discs slightly corroded .o/s/n/s/f/tyres outer wall slightly cut
    • NoteSills covered
  16. Fail61,460 miles (+6,868)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,460 miles
    Test number
    877984732270
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteF/discs slightly corroded .o/s/n/s/f/tyres outer wall slightly cut
    • NoteSills covered
  17. Pass54,592 miles (+4,843)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,592 miles
    Test number
    368347021240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
  18. Pass49,749 miles (+8,432)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    49,749 miles
    Test number
    642391800315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,317 miles (+2,294)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,317 miles
    Test number
    151616749266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,023 miles (+2,333)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,023 miles
    Test number
    213105948270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,690 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,690 miles
    Test number
    272482487262
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has side wall damage
  22. Pass36,690 miles (+3,530)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    36,690 miles
    Test number
    924352587285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has side wall damage
  23. Pass33,160 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,160 miles
    Test number
    401267646273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about LE51 FFU

Does LE51 FFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE51 FFU expired on 29 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE51 FFU?
The MOT on LE51 FFU expired on 29 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE51 FFU done?
LE51 FFU was recorded at 124,337 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2024, an average of 5,197 miles a year.
Has LE51 FFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE51 FFU has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LE51 FFU 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 LE51 FFU find?
LE51 FFU failed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 3 advisories: offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end, and 3 more.

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