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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

S71 RDFMOT history

S71 RDF is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 157,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

S71 RDF blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
157,663 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S71 RDF
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
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S71 RDF was last recorded at 157,663 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,403 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
260 miles
Average per year
3,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,663 miles
  • 2024 – 157,403 miles
  • 2023 – 155,247 miles
  • 2019 – 155,091 miles
  • 2018 – 154,136 miles
  • 2017 – 154,093 miles
  • 2016 – 153,017 miles
  • 2015 – 151,893 miles
  • 2014 – 150,828 miles
  • 2013 – 148,076 miles
  • 2012 – 137,460 miles
  • 2011 – 123,812 miles
  • 2010 – 114,695 miles
  • 2009 – 111,975 miles
  • 2008 – 107,161 miles
  • 2007 – 102,246 miles
  • 2006 – 93,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,663 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,663 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    157,663 miles
    Test number
    972614221806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass157,403 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    157,403 miles
    Test number
    231823021518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass155,247 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    155,247 miles
    Test number
    411555347849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail155,242 miles (+13)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,242 miles
    Test number
    384304523112
    • MajorAll position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed no cat (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail155,229 miles (+138)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,229 miles
    Test number
    536729743882
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass155,091 miles (+955)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    155,091 miles
    Test number
    417341956408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass154,136 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    154,136 miles
    Test number
    866166429464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail154,093 miles (+1,076)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,093 miles
    Test number
    810275438561
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s wiper split

  9. Pass153,017 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,017 miles
    Test number
    600671572383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail152,993 miles (+1,100)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,993 miles
    Test number
    322122066565
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass151,893 miles (+1,065)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    151,893 miles
    Test number
    398440245104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass150,828 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    150,828 miles
    Test number
    226106824487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail150,828 miles (+2,752)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,828 miles
    Test number
    996090824164
    • FailureOffside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass148,076 miles (+10,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    148,076 miles
    Test number
    228345633482
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass137,460 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    137,460 miles
    Test number
    276639642133
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCAT REMOVED
    • NoteENGINE FITTED OUT OF PRE 1991 VEHICLE . NO CAT TEST REQUIRED
    • NoteSide sill covers fitted

  16. Fail137,460 miles (+13,648)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,460 miles
    Test number
    679857742171
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCAT REMOVED
    • NoteENGINE FITTED OUT OF PRE 1991 VEHICLE . NO CAT TEST REQUIRED
    • NoteSide sill covers fitted

  17. Pass123,812 miles (+9,117)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    123,812 miles
    Test number
    536768831137
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner side wall split
    • NoteOffside inner c.v boot split
    • NoteSide sill covers fitted

  18. Pass114,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    114,695 miles
    Test number
    231565940489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail114,695 miles (+2,720)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,695 miles
    Test number
    211314240138
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

  20. Pass111,975 miles (+4,814)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    111,975 miles
    Test number
    562214009241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,161 miles (+4,915)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    107,161 miles
    Test number
    423476608206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass102,246 miles (+8,379)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    102,246 miles
    Test number
    431356507248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass93,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    93,867 miles
    Test number
    270546526144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S71 RDF

Does S71 RDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S71 RDF is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S71 RDF?
The MOT on S71 RDF is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S71 RDF done?
S71 RDF was recorded at 157,663 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 3,196 miles a year.
Has S71 RDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S71 RDF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S71 RDF 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 S71 RDF find?
S71 RDF passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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