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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

R686 DNTMOT history

R686 DNT is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 6 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2025.

R686 DNT blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2026
Mileage
85,789 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 DNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 DNT was last recorded at 85,789 miles on 14 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,789 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,789 miles
  • 2024 – 82,786 miles
  • 2023 – 79,070 miles
  • 2022 – 77,579 miles
  • 2021 – 76,560 miles
  • 2020 – 75,531 miles
  • 2019 – 75,515 miles
  • 2018 – 75,422 miles
  • 2017 – 74,632 miles
  • 2016 – 73,818 miles
  • 2015 – 72,684 miles
  • 2014 – 70,909 miles
  • 2013 – 68,765 miles
  • 2012 – 65,615 miles
  • 2011 – 61,764 miles
  • 2010 – 58,357 miles
  • 2009 – 55,100 miles
  • 2008 – 52,131 miles
  • 2007 – 48,926 miles
  • 2006 – 45,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,789 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion on archRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at previous repair (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,789 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,789 miles
    Test number
    357317265267
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion on arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail85,789 miles (+3,003)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,789 miles
    Test number
    995369091869
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion on arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass82,786 miles (+3,716)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    82,786 miles
    Test number
    585622709268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,070 miles (+1,491)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,070 miles
    Test number
    138518658999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass77,579 miles (+1,019)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    77,579 miles
    Test number
    687532738805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass76,560 miles (+1,029)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,560 miles
    Test number
    877763671073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,531 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,531 miles
    Test number
    715150227631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    75,515 miles
    Test number
    756988210514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,515 miles (+93)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,515 miles
    Test number
    812570246317
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,422 miles (+790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,422 miles
    Test number
    565783362054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes heavily coated in grease not allowing full inspection

  11. Pass74,632 miles (+814)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    74,632 miles
    Test number
    709183473079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,818 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,818 miles
    Test number
    295306361405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at previous repair (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail73,817 miles (+1,133)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,817 miles
    Test number
    683294613268
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at previous repair (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass72,684 miles (+1,775)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    72,684 miles
    Test number
    156225215005
    • NoteRear seats put back into the upright position to inspect aduld seat belts
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass70,909 miles (+2,144)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,909 miles
    Test number
    378191824098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,765 miles
    Test number
    239163823063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,759 miles (+3,144)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,759 miles
    Test number
    927353523096
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass65,615 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,615 miles
    Test number
    719117822099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is cracked, but has no plys or cords exposed.

  19. Fail65,615 miles (+3,851)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,615 miles
    Test number
    256597122083
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is cracked, but has no plys or cords exposed.

  20. Pass61,764 miles (+3,407)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,764 miles
    Test number
    546659731037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,357 miles (+3,257)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,357 miles
    Test number
    634058440024
    • NoteOffside front lower arm ball joint dust seal split
    • NoteRear seats folded down not allowing full inspection of adult seat belts

  22. Pass55,100 miles (+2,969)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    55,100 miles
    Test number
    571572549085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,131 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    52,131 miles
    Test number
    273795918003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,926 miles (+2,998)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    48,926 miles
    Test number
    440131337088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,928 miles
    Test number
    692938936070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 DNT

Does R686 DNT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R686 DNT expired on 13 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R686 DNT?
The MOT on R686 DNT expired on 13 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R686 DNT done?
R686 DNT was recorded at 85,789 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2025, an average of 2,087 miles a year.
Has R686 DNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 DNT has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on R686 DNT 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 R686 DNT find?
R686 DNT passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear corrosion on arch; nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 1 more.

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