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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

S66 ARUMOT history

S66 ARU is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 158,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2023.

S66 ARU blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Jul 2024
Mileage
158,803 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S66 ARU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S66 ARU was last recorded at 158,803 miles on 12 Jul 2023, 2,106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,697 miles · 13 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,106 miles
Average per year
4,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 158,803 miles
  • 2021 – 156,697 miles
  • 2019 – 152,193 miles
  • 2018 – 122,807 miles
  • 2014 – 116,509 miles
  • 2013 – 111,530 miles
  • 2011 – 104,300 miles
  • 2010 – 98,597 miles
  • 2009 – 91,905 miles
  • 2008 – 86,548 miles
  • 2007 – 83,397 miles
  • 2006 – 79,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,803 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,803 miles (+2,106)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    158,803 miles
    Test number
    993573218807
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,697 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    156,697 miles
    Test number
    649001463117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail156,666 miles (+4,473)4 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,666 miles
    Test number
    720676048914
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass152,193 miles4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    152,193 miles
    Test number
    455317333200
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arc Corroded,
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arc Corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail152,190 miles (+29,383)1 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,190 miles
    Test number
    379433740857
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arc Corroded,
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arc Corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass122,807 miles (+6,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,807 miles
    Test number
    187869881747
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass116,509 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    116,509 miles
    Test number
    955832464068
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front position lamps dull.
    • NoteFuel filler neck repaired with sealant, slight fuel smell from area, but no signs of leaks.
    • NoteNearside front outer cv gator inner clip loose.

  8. Fail116,509 miles (+4,979)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,509 miles
    Test number
    488438654019
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front position lamps dull.
    • NoteFuel filler neck repaired with sealant, slight fuel smell from area, but no signs of leaks.
    • NoteNearside front outer cv gator inner clip loose.

  9. Pass111,530 miles (+7,230)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    111,530 miles
    Test number
    616327113008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail104,300 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,300 miles
    Test number
    517604761397
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Pass104,300 miles (+5,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    104,300 miles
    Test number
    845374461394
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass98,597 miles (+6,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    98,597 miles
    Test number
    803312800315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass91,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    91,905 miles
    Test number
    102199809311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,905 miles (+2,143)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,905 miles
    Test number
    482319309353
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass89,762 miles (+3,214)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    89,762 miles
    Test number
    184454319432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,548 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    86,548 miles
    Test number
    454247518064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass83,397 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    83,397 miles
    Test number
    592419617080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,370 miles (+4,367)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,370 miles
    Test number
    333446307007
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  19. Pass79,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    79,003 miles
    Test number
    282673806082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S66 ARU

Does S66 ARU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S66 ARU expired on 11 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S66 ARU?
The MOT on S66 ARU expired on 11 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S66 ARU done?
S66 ARU was recorded at 158,803 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2023, an average of 4,555 miles a year.
Has S66 ARU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S66 ARU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on S66 ARU 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 S66 ARU find?
S66 ARU passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2023 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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