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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,990 cc

P786 GHCMOT history

P786 GHC is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 6 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 148,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

P786 GHC blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
148,823 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P786 GHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P786 GHC was last recorded at 148,823 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 3,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,686 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3,137 miles
Average per year
3,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,823 miles
  • 2024 – 145,686 miles
  • 2020 – 139,673 miles
  • 2019 – 139,235 miles
  • 2017 – 131,787 miles
  • 2016 – 129,237 miles
  • 2015 – 124,483 miles
  • 2014 – 120,609 miles
  • 2012 – 104,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,823 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Wipers poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,823 miles (+3,137)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    148,823 miles
    Test number
    876406145377
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass145,686 miles (+6,013)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    145,686 miles
    Test number
    909723674331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,673 miles (+438)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    139,673 miles
    Test number
    307662745518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,235 miles (+30)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,235 miles
    Test number
    199741577866
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail139,205 miles (+39)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,205 miles
    Test number
    368704840497
    • 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 catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail139,166 miles (+7,379)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,166 miles
    Test number
    246495084295
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,787 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    131,787 miles
    Test number
    231290929816
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  8. Fail131,787 miles (+47)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,787 miles
    Test number
    169712239156
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  9. Fail131,740 miles (+2,503)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,740 miles
    Test number
    317367951563
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1.92mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective missing
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  10. Pass129,237 miles (+4,754)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    129,237 miles
    Test number
    482721608444
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing (inner edge)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing (inner edge)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass124,483 miles (+3,874)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    124,483 miles
    Test number
    755435895193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,609 miles (+16,452)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    120,609 miles
    Test number
    365348574199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,157 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,157 miles
    Test number
    345267542491
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOUTER SILL COVERS FITTED UNABLE TO CARRY OUT FULL INSPECTION

  14. Pass104,157 km (+151)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    104,157 km
    Test number
    959097342242
    • NoteOUTER SILL COVERS FITTED UNABLE TO CARRY OUT FULL INSPECTION

  15. Pass104,006 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    104,006 km
    Test number
    438622651058
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about P786 GHC

Does P786 GHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P786 GHC is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on P786 GHC?
The MOT on P786 GHC is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P786 GHC done?
P786 GHC was recorded at 148,823 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 3,317 miles a year.
Has P786 GHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P786 GHC has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on P786 GHC 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 P786 GHC find?
P786 GHC passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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