Subaru logo

Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

S730 SBDMOT history

S730 SBD is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 53,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

S730 SBD blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
53,195 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
900 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S730 SBD in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S730 SBD
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 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S730 SBD was last recorded at 53,195 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 1,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,275 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,920 miles
Average per year
900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,195 miles
  • 2025 – 51,275 miles
  • 2023 – 51,171 miles
  • 2020 – 51,129 miles
  • 2016 – 50,110 miles
  • 2015 – 49,293 miles
  • 2014 – 48,256 miles
  • 2013 – 47,032 miles
  • 2012 – 45,554 miles
  • 2011 – 43,975 miles
  • 2010 – 42,437 miles
  • 2009 – 41,305 miles
  • 2008 – 39,115 miles
  • 2007 – 37,664 miles
  • 2006 – 35,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,195 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,195 miles (+1,920)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    53,195 miles
    Test number
    180095361308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass51,275 miles (+104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    51,275 miles
    Test number
    834057193714
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass51,171 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    51,171 miles
    Test number
    861668090952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    51,129 miles
    Test number
    444855978284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail51,129 miles (+1,019)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,129 miles
    Test number
    246270167430
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass50,110 miles (+817)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,110 miles
    Test number
    715810141068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on egdes (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  7. Pass49,293 miles (+1,037)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,293 miles
    Test number
    338613005289
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAll rear suspension is very rusty

  8. Pass48,256 miles (+1,224)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,256 miles
    Test number
    565733404289
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust is corroding

  9. Pass47,032 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    618289293169
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroding

  10. Fail47,031 miles (+1,477)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,031 miles
    Test number
    649103493124
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroding

  11. Pass45,554 miles (+1,579)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,554 miles
    Test number
    507576282101
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteWindscreen has scratches all over it
    • NoteSlight oil leak from offside front driveshaft output seal

  12. Pass43,975 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,975 miles
    Test number
    508284191178
    • NoteOffside front diff seal/DOJ Joint leaking grease
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroded but not leaking.
    • NoteScratches over windscreen.

  13. Fail43,975 miles (+1,538)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,975 miles
    Test number
    876254491138
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOffside front diff seal/DOJ Joint leaking grease
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroded but not leaking.
    • NoteScratches over windscreen.

  14. Pass42,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,437 miles
    Test number
    224521400237
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Fail42,437 miles (+1,132)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,437 miles
    Test number
    431841700242
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass41,305 miles (+2,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,305 miles
    Test number
    530962819254
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass39,115 miles (+1,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,115 miles
    Test number
    234445988463
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass37,664 miles (+2,497)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,664 miles
    Test number
    780365687123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,167 miles
    Test number
    303301796121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S730 SBD

Does S730 SBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S730 SBD is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S730 SBD?
The MOT on S730 SBD is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S730 SBD done?
S730 SBD was recorded at 53,195 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 900 miles a year.
Has S730 SBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S730 SBD has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on S730 SBD 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 S730 SBD find?
S730 SBD passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all S730 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.