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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,994 cc

R690 SSLMOT history

R690 SSL is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 17 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026 and it has passed 6 of 11 MOT tests, with 84,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2025.

R690 SSL blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2026
Mileage
84,869 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2025
MOT tests
11
6 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R690 SSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
17 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R690 SSL was last recorded at 84,869 miles on 19 Mar 2025, 2,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2009.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,803 miles · 30 Dec 2009
Between the last two tests
2,066 miles
Average per year
1,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,869 miles
  • 2009 – 82,803 miles
  • 2008 – 74,795 miles
  • 2007 – 63,697 miles
  • 2005 – 49,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,869 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

11 tests since 30 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,869 miles (+2,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    84,869 miles
    Test number
    209684929872
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,803 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,803 miles
    Test number
    182104969318
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  3. Fail82,803 miles (+434)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,803 miles
    Test number
    340623969376
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Fail82,369 miles (+7,574)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,369 miles
    Test number
    421534419375
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  5. Pass74,795 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    74,795 miles
    Test number
    591065968380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail74,790 miles (+466)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,790 miles
    Test number
    424933958355
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  7. Fail74,324 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,324 miles
    Test number
    542038478168
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  8. Pass74,324 miles (+10,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    74,324 miles
    Test number
    594228978103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  9. Pass63,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    63,697 miles
    Test number
    663478517186
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail63,697 miles (+13,916)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,697 miles
    Test number
    872648117176
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass49,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    49,781 miles
    Test number
    770664465306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R690 SSL

Does R690 SSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R690 SSL expired on 18 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R690 SSL?
The MOT on R690 SSL expired on 18 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R690 SSL done?
R690 SSL was recorded at 84,869 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2025, an average of 1,826 miles a year.
Has R690 SSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R690 SSL has failed 5 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2009.
Has the mileage on R690 SSL 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 R690 SSL find?
R690 SSL passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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