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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

S38 SDWMOT history

S38 SDW is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

S38 SDW blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,493 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 SDW
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
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 SDW was last recorded at 89,493 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,493 miles · 9 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,493 miles
  • 2025 – 89,128 miles
  • 2024 – 88,568 miles
  • 2023 – 87,578 miles
  • 2022 – 87,562 miles
  • 2021 – 86,054 miles
  • 2020 – 84,534 miles
  • 2019 – 83,108 miles
  • 2018 – 81,568 miles
  • 2017 – 80,478 miles
  • 2016 – 79,346 miles
  • 2015 – 78,377 miles
  • 2014 – 77,484 miles
  • 2013 – 76,285 miles
  • 2012 – 75,083 miles
  • 2011 – 73,500 miles
  • 2010 – 71,987 miles
  • 2009 – 70,016 miles
  • 2008 – 67,336 miles
  • 2007 – 64,385 miles
  • 2006 – 60,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,493 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable slightly insecure.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryWiper linkage worn.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front suspension top mount couplings corroded x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,493 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    503258966446
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable slightly insecure.
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage worn.
  2. Fail89,493 miles (+365)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    381142484764
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable slightly insecure.
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage worn.
  3. Pass89,128 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    89,128 miles
    Test number
    814465856089
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension top mount couplings corroded x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wiper linkage worn
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection x2
  4. Fail89,128 miles (+560)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,128 miles
    Test number
    441633986345
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension top mount couplings corroded x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wiper linkage worn
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection x2
  5. Pass88,568 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,568 miles
    Test number
    283647612074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,540 miles (+962)6 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,540 miles
    Test number
    958710666011
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision inner wheel arch corrroded (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture brake pipe leaking (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision inner wheel arch corroded (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass87,578 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,578 miles
    Test number
    713276279868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail87,562 miles (+1,508)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,562 miles
    Test number
    417725512523
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged hose bracket broken (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rai (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged hose bracket broken off (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront track rods corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySills covered preventing full inspection
  9. Pass86,054 miles (+1,520)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    86,054 miles
    Test number
    312811717902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass84,534 miles (+1,426)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,534 miles
    Test number
    497588278527
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass83,108 miles (+54)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,108 miles
    Test number
    227640706563
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  12. Fail83,054 miles (+1,486)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,054 miles
    Test number
    999099352560
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting middle section of sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underneath (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  13. Pass81,568 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,568 miles
    Test number
    158265878624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Fail81,568 miles (+1,090)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,568 miles
    Test number
    478066633627
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill and chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill and chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  15. Pass80,478 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    80,478 miles
    Test number
    481907315190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,477 miles (+1,131)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    199251812231
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings suspension turret (6.1.B.2)
  17. Pass79,346 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    79,346 miles
    Test number
    382693261433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,345 miles (+968)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,345 miles
    Test number
    159685400198
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering rear x member corroded (6.1.A.1)
  19. Pass78,377 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,377 miles
    Test number
    694270870494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,484 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,484 miles
    Test number
    298349374201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail77,466 miles (+1,181)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,466 miles
    Test number
    669690464228
    • FailureNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  22. Pass76,285 miles (+1,202)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,285 miles
    Test number
    758579153235
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion underneath
  23. Pass75,083 miles (+1,583)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,083 miles
    Test number
    347167632474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,500 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,500 miles
    Test number
    125037231299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,987 miles (+1,971)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,987 miles
    Test number
    581397730223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  26. Pass70,016 miles (+2,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,016 miles
    Test number
    390266939489
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  27. Pass67,336 miles (+2,951)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,336 miles
    Test number
    510463038237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,385 miles (+3,505)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    64,385 miles
    Test number
    743356937212
    • NoteExhaust slightly corroded
  29. Pass60,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    60,880 miles
    Test number
    363710526441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S38 SDW

Does S38 SDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 SDW is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S38 SDW?
The MOT on S38 SDW is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S38 SDW done?
S38 SDW was recorded at 89,493 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 1,436 miles a year.
Has S38 SDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 SDW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S38 SDW 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 S38 SDW find?
S38 SDW passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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