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Black · Petrol · 1995 · 1,994 cc

M172 RTXMOT history

M172 RTX is a black petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 137,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

M172 RTX black Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
137,116 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M172 RTX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M172 RTX was last recorded at 137,116 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,943 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,116 miles
  • 2025 – 136,943 miles
  • 2023 – 130,829 miles
  • 2010 – 130,509 miles
  • 2009 – 127,961 miles
  • 2007 – 127,491 miles
  • 2006 – 120,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,116 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,116 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    137,116 miles
    Test number
    352373827624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,943 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    136,943 miles
    Test number
    587966790087
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  3. Fail136,931 miles (+6,102)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,931 miles
    Test number
    521741619413
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicators brightness adequate
  4. Pass130,829 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,829 miles
    Test number
    124851857030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,826 miles (+317)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,826 miles
    Test number
    300145057027
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached Loose in centre (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bottom ball joint lock nut adequate
  6. Pass130,509 miles (+2,548)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    130,509 miles
    Test number
    464019710486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,961 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    127,961 miles
    Test number
    894440019261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,491 miles (+6,999)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    127,491 miles
    Test number
    114268067449
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  9. Pass120,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    120,492 miles
    Test number
    951703576003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,492 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,492 miles
    Test number
    573392576072
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about M172 RTX

Does M172 RTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M172 RTX is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on M172 RTX?
The MOT on M172 RTX is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M172 RTX done?
M172 RTX was recorded at 137,116 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 813 miles a year.
Has M172 RTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M172 RTX has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on M172 RTX 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 M172 RTX find?
M172 RTX passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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