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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,994 cc

P555 MGBMOT history

P555 MGB is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 74,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2025.

P555 MGB blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2025
Mileage
74,269 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P555 MGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

P555 MGB was last recorded at 74,269 miles on 20 Mar 2025, 846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,423 miles · 4 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
846 miles
Average per year
1,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,269 miles
  • 2024 – 73,423 miles
  • 2023 – 72,431 miles
  • 2022 – 71,533 miles
  • 2021 – 70,125 miles
  • 2020 – 69,454 miles
  • 2019 – 67,985 miles
  • 2018 – 66,667 miles
  • 2017 – 64,916 miles
  • 2016 – 63,339 miles
  • 2015 – 62,115 miles
  • 2014 – 60,897 miles
  • 2013 – 59,690 miles
  • 2012 – 58,619 miles
  • 2011 – 57,815 miles
  • 2010 – 57,070 miles
  • 2009 – 55,860 miles
  • 2008 – 54,700 miles
  • 2007 – 53,898 miles
  • 2005 – 52,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,269 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Outer sill/and closing sill. (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Outer sill /and closing sill. (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySevere corrosion of rear suspension components/brake back plates ,suspension bushes perished .

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.

  • Central brake light not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear shock absorbers weeping /weak .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear sub frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Various rear suspension components corroded .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All suspension components are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,269 miles (+846)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,269 miles
    Test number
    381055482839
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Outer sill/and closing sill. (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Outer sill /and closing sill. (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySevere corrosion of rear suspension components/brake back plates ,suspension bushes perished .

  2. Pass73,423 miles (+992)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,423 miles
    Test number
    821471916371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has very deep cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has very deep cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass72,431 miles (+18)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    72,431 miles
    Test number
    223060109878
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral brake light not working

  4. Fail72,413 miles (+880)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,413 miles
    Test number
    190778400198
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake light not working
    • AdvisoryChipped windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Weak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Also badly corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre low on pressure /cracking tread.
    • AdvisorySevere corrosion of rear sub-frame and related suspension components arm and bushes worn /cracking splitting.

  5. Pass71,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    71,533 miles
    Test number
    999801050717
    • AdvisoryOffside Number plate light not working .

  6. Fail71,533 miles (+1,408)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,533 miles
    Test number
    943608761615
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing Stalk (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Number plate light not working .

  7. Pass70,125 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    551849664116
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake light not working
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers weeping /weak .
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious rear suspension components corroded .

  8. Fail70,124 miles (+670)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,124 miles
    Test number
    346129395972
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords also exposed . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake light not working
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers weeping /weak .
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious rear suspension components corroded .
    • AdvisoryWashers frozen

  9. Pass69,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,454 miles
    Test number
    834103638934
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake light in spoiler not working

  10. Fail69,454 miles (+1,469)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,454 miles
    Test number
    415701906795
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre cracking / cuts
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake light in spoiler not working

  11. Pass67,985 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,985 miles
    Test number
    820834242906
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal is split / worn

  12. Fail67,985 miles (+1,318)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,985 miles
    Test number
    284124559798
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal is split / worn

  13. Pass66,667 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,667 miles
    Test number
    156899613895
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers damp /weak
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe corroded

  14. Fail66,667 miles (+1,751)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,667 miles
    Test number
    969080813961
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers damp /weak
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn inner and outer edges/low pressure
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe corroded

  15. Pass64,916 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    64,916 miles
    Test number
    705985263306
    • AdvisoryChip in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber is split worn

  16. Fail64,913 miles (+1,574)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,913 miles
    Test number
    943233715827
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryChip in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber is split worn

  17. Pass63,339 miles (+1,224)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,339 miles
    Test number
    726260914230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,115 miles (+1,218)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,115 miles
    Test number
    107835835020
    • NoteRear exhaust box is blowing
    • NoteWindscreen is chipped

  19. Pass60,897 miles (+1,207)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,897 miles
    Test number
    418893744026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,690 miles (+1,071)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    59,690 miles
    Test number
    617922633036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,619 miles (+804)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,619 miles
    Test number
    185447132072
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs are corroded

  22. Pass57,815 miles (+745)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    57,815 miles
    Test number
    917719231024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,070 miles (+1,210)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,070 miles
    Test number
    924939630047
    • NoteExhaust heat sheld is lose

  24. Pass55,860 miles (+1,160)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    55,860 miles
    Test number
    142904139498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear diff mounting bushes are worn.
    • NoteWiper blades are in poor condition.

  25. Pass54,700 miles (+802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    54,700 miles
    Test number
    143109238067
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass53,898 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    53,898 miles
    Test number
    292100047054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    52,368 miles
    Test number
    812743315347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail52,368 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,368 miles
    Test number
    420483515484
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust box slght blow .
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen "a" zone under 10mm.

Questions about P555 MGB

Does P555 MGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P555 MGB expired on 3 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P555 MGB?
The MOT on P555 MGB expired on 3 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P555 MGB done?
P555 MGB was recorded at 74,269 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2025, an average of 1,131 miles a year.
Has P555 MGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P555 MGB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on P555 MGB 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 P555 MGB find?
P555 MGB failed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2025 with 3 dangerous defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill/and closing sill.; offside rear road wheel more than one fixing missing; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill /and closing sill., and 1 more.

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