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Subaru Impreza

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,994 cc

S23 SUBMOT history

S23 SUB is a black petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

S23 SUB black Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
85,441 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 SUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 SUB was last recorded at 85,441 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 3,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,246 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,195 miles
Average per year
3,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,441 miles
  • 2025 – 82,246 miles
  • 2024 – 79,369 miles
  • 2023 – 74,541 miles
  • 2022 – 71,818 miles
  • 2021 – 60,215 miles
  • 2019 – 51,580 miles
  • 2018 – 50,225 miles
  • 2017 – 48,881 miles
  • 2016 – 46,887 miles
  • 2015 – 44,216 miles
  • 2014 – 41,691 miles
  • 2013 – 38,215 miles
  • 2012 – 35,107 miles
  • 2011 – 30,584 miles
  • 2010 – 29,321 miles
  • 2009 – 27,168 miles
  • 2008 – 25,748 miles
  • 2007 – 22,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,441 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    85,441 miles
    Test number
    506392948244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail85,440 miles (+3,194)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,440 miles
    Test number
    732035143806
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,246 miles
    Test number
    732124858000
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail82,246 miles (+2,877)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,246 miles
    Test number
    814761076950
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass79,369 miles (+4,828)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    79,369 miles
    Test number
    197163375929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,541 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    74,541 miles
    Test number
    759649470070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail74,538 miles (+2,720)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,538 miles
    Test number
    134011376857
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass71,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,818 miles
    Test number
    756253260804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,818 miles (+11,603)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,818 miles
    Test number
    729337836983
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass60,215 miles (+8,635)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    60,215 miles
    Test number
    323301541732
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly corroded

  11. Pass51,580 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,580 miles
    Test number
    283259336135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    50,225 miles
    Test number
    237597021165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,225 miles (+1,344)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,225 miles
    Test number
    225707147564
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass48,881 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    48,881 miles
    Test number
    111465422691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,887 miles (+2,671)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,887 miles
    Test number
    136429445897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,216 miles (+2,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    44,216 miles
    Test number
    856228308244
    • AdvisoryInner faces of front discs corroded

  17. Pass41,691 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    41,691 miles
    Test number
    998376744344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,215 miles (+3,108)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,215 miles
    Test number
    867569933370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,107 miles (+4,523)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,107 miles
    Test number
    847636582294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,584 miles (+1,263)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,584 miles
    Test number
    568340151230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edges.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass29,321 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,321 miles
    Test number
    390762570265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,168 miles (+1,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,168 miles
    Test number
    891319869275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

  23. Pass25,748 miles (+3,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,748 miles
    Test number
    664138968269
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Fail22,329 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,329 miles
    Test number
    542598447284
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass22,329 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,329 miles
    Test number
    941118447289
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S23 SUB

Does S23 SUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 SUB is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 SUB?
The MOT on S23 SUB is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 SUB done?
S23 SUB was recorded at 85,441 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 3,363 miles a year.
Has S23 SUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 SUB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S23 SUB 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 S23 SUB find?
S23 SUB passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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