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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,994 cc

S43 OBYMOT history

S43 OBY is a silver petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 194,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

S43 OBY silver Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2026
Mileage
194,181 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 OBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 OBY was last recorded at 194,181 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,181 miles · 1 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 194,181 miles
  • 2024 – 194,181 miles
  • 2022 – 192,107 miles
  • 2021 – 186,569 miles
  • 2020 – 180,814 miles
  • 2019 – 165,340 miles
  • 2018 – 156,786 miles
  • 2016 – 149,865 miles
  • 2015 – 139,754 miles
  • 2014 – 132,929 miles
  • 2013 – 125,484 miles
  • 2012 – 117,826 miles
  • 2011 – 109,842 miles
  • 2010 – 101,778 miles
  • 2009 – 94,747 miles
  • 2008 – 86,510 miles
  • 2007 – 68,433 miles
  • 2006 – 47,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,181 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    194,181 miles
    Test number
    837393242173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass194,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    194,181 miles
    Test number
    803764947695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail194,181 miles (+2,074)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,181 miles
    Test number
    184790787995
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))

  4. Pass192,107 miles (+5,538)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    192,107 miles
    Test number
    799624058680
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass186,569 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    186,569 miles
    Test number
    880360841785
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail186,566 miles (+5,752)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,566 miles
    Test number
    562406609004
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake flexi insecure and rubbing on fuel tank
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass180,814 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    180,814 miles
    Test number
    291024158242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail180,812 miles (+4,088)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,812 miles
    Test number
    770398804204
    • DangerousRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected both ns and os rear wheel arches corroded and holed next to spring top mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded behind driveshaft (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass176,724 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    176,724 miles
    Test number
    685884315406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track control arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track control arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive LH rocker gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail176,724 miles (+11,384)3 dangerous12 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,724 miles
    Test number
    591238737469
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to condition of rear sub frame (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to nearside rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track control arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track control arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive LH rocker gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass165,340 miles (+8,554)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    165,340 miles
    Test number
    599034752088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre direction incorrect
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass156,786 miles (+6,921)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    156,786 miles
    Test number
    890314171978
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass149,865 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    149,865 miles
    Test number
    613631846008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber poor dampening effect
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber poor dampening effect

  14. Fail149,865 miles (+10,111)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,865 miles
    Test number
    908436995618
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber poor dampening effect
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber poor dampening effect

  15. Pass139,754 miles (+6,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    139,754 miles
    Test number
    546448675164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass132,929 miles (+7,445)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    132,929 miles
    Test number
    218449074481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,484 miles (+7,658)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    125,484 miles
    Test number
    559050783110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,826 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    117,826 miles
    Test number
    857333672129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail117,826 miles (+7,984)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,826 miles
    Test number
    255463472101
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass109,842 miles (+8,064)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    109,842 miles
    Test number
    897523571166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroaded
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc corroaded

  21. Pass101,778 miles (+7,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    101,778 miles
    Test number
    362570570113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass94,747 miles (+8,237)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    94,747 miles
    Test number
    951658869188
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate is delaminated

  23. Pass86,510 miles (+18,077)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    86,510 miles
    Test number
    401815078125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,433 miles (+20,513)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    68,433 miles
    Test number
    200473967198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    47,920 miles
    Test number
    220959376128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S43 OBY

Does S43 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S43 OBY expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S43 OBY?
The MOT on S43 OBY expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S43 OBY done?
S43 OBY was recorded at 194,181 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 7,615 miles a year.
Has S43 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 OBY has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S43 OBY 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 S43 OBY find?
S43 OBY passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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