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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,994 cc

LK04 YXJMOT history

LK04 YXJ is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 16 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 156,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LK04 YXJ blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
156,506 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 YXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 YXJ was last recorded at 156,506 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 7,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,180 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,326 miles
Average per year
6,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,506 miles
  • 2024 – 149,180 miles
  • 2023 – 142,842 miles
  • 2022 – 133,253 miles
  • 2021 – 123,088 miles
  • 2020 – 109,201 miles
  • 2019 – 96,916 miles
  • 2018 – 92,666 miles
  • 2017 – 90,625 miles
  • 2016 – 83,592 miles
  • 2015 – 76,658 miles
  • 2014 – 70,248 miles
  • 2013 – 64,437 miles
  • 2012 – 61,458 miles
  • 2011 – 57,928 miles
  • 2009 – 43,221 miles
  • 2007 – 36,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,506 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,506 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    156,506 miles
    Test number
    331271625622
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail156,506 miles (+7,326)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,506 miles
    Test number
    632684123524
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass149,180 miles (+6,338)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    149,180 miles
    Test number
    410793475082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,842 miles (+9,589)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    142,842 miles
    Test number
    364016933739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,253 miles (+10,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    133,253 miles
    Test number
    709472328312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear boot dampers weak

  6. Pass123,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,088 miles
    Test number
    715117883755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,088 miles (+13,887)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,088 miles
    Test number
    153750615375
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass109,201 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,201 miles
    Test number
    125497842428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,194 miles (+12,278)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,194 miles
    Test number
    490722710189
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm middle (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass96,916 miles (+4,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    96,916 miles
    Test number
    710768443046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass92,666 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,666 miles
    Test number
    712767695912
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail92,666 miles (+2,041)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,666 miles
    Test number
    671270089433
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass90,625 miles (+7,033)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,625 miles
    Test number
    928268323250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,592 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,592 miles
    Test number
    224162899612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,490 miles (+6,832)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,490 miles
    Test number
    810198471254
    • FailureFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick bothside (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced LENS (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced LENS (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deterioreted

  16. Pass76,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    76,658 miles
    Test number
    298000095085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,658 miles (+6,410)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,658 miles
    Test number
    649829185097
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  18. Pass70,248 miles (+5,811)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,248 miles
    Test number
    178756274092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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 has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWipers smearing but not effecting view of road

  19. Fail64,437 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,437 miles
    Test number
    467947283093
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass64,437 miles (+2,979)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    64,437 miles
    Test number
    999067883010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,458 miles (+3,530)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,458 miles
    Test number
    586948382047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,928 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,928 miles
    Test number
    258017181054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,870 miles (+14,649)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,870 miles
    Test number
    526504881007
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass43,221 miles (+6,782)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,221 miles
    Test number
    291127419196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,439 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,439 miles
    Test number
    591693907102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LK04 YXJ

Does LK04 YXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 YXJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 YXJ?
The MOT on LK04 YXJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 YXJ done?
LK04 YXJ was recorded at 156,506 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 6,399 miles a year.
Has LK04 YXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 YXJ has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LK04 YXJ 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 LK04 YXJ find?
LK04 YXJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central front oil leak, but not excessive; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres worn on inside edge.

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