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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,457 cc

S5 XGWMOT history

S5 XGW is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 6 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 59,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

S5 XGW blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
59,387 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 XGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,457 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 XGW was last recorded at 59,387 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,353 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
1,981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,387 miles
  • 2024 – 59,353 miles
  • 2023 – 59,072 miles
  • 2022 – 58,521 miles
  • 2021 – 56,195 miles
  • 2020 – 54,980 miles
  • 2019 – 54,124 miles
  • 2018 – 53,050 miles
  • 2017 – 51,443 miles
  • 2015 – 51,352 miles
  • 2013 – 46,766 miles
  • 2012 – 42,754 miles
  • 2011 – 34,621 miles
  • 2010 – 28,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,387 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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,387 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    59,387 miles
    Test number
    551843146522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,353 miles (+281)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    59,353 miles
    Test number
    979153193180
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass59,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    59,072 miles
    Test number
    364408587290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail59,072 miles (+551)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,072 miles
    Test number
    516916001111
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass58,521 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    58,521 miles
    Test number
    744533751467
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail58,512 miles (+2,317)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,512 miles
    Test number
    163682861607
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass56,195 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    56,195 miles
    Test number
    375204363519
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail56,191 miles (+1,211)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,191 miles
    Test number
    958737152119
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass54,980 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    54,980 miles
    Test number
    905486492159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail54,980 miles (+856)4 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,980 miles
    Test number
    907145550972
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass54,124 miles (+1,074)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,124 miles
    Test number
    942718526008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,050 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,050 miles
    Test number
    242322711428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    51,443 miles
    Test number
    150197109113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,443 miles (+91)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,443 miles
    Test number
    263645258209
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Fail51,352 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,352 miles
    Test number
    187786355008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass51,352 miles (+4,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    51,352 miles
    Test number
    257696355073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass46,766 miles (+4,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,766 miles
    Test number
    817440653307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass42,754 miles (+8,133)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    42,754 miles
    Test number
    755284052312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,621 miles (+6,430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,621 miles
    Test number
    915583641367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass28,191 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    28,191 miles
    Test number
    993310010356
    • 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)

Questions about S5 XGW

Does S5 XGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 XGW is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 XGW?
The MOT on S5 XGW is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 XGW done?
S5 XGW was recorded at 59,387 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 1,981 miles a year.
Has S5 XGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 XGW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S5 XGW 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 S5 XGW find?
S5 XGW passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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