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Subaru Impreza

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

S790 AKNMOT history

S790 AKN is a green petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 159,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

S790 AKN green Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2023
Mileage
159,412 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S790 AKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S790 AKN was last recorded at 159,412 miles on 15 Oct 2022, 1,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,947 miles · 24 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,465 miles
Average per year
5,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 159,412 miles
  • 2021 – 157,947 miles
  • 2019 – 154,423 miles
  • 2014 – 146,911 miles
  • 2013 – 137,070 miles
  • 2012 – 127,379 miles
  • 2011 – 111,941 miles
  • 2010 – 100,992 miles
  • 2009 – 90,407 miles
  • 2008 – 89,339 miles
  • 2007 – 88,350 miles
  • 2006 – 75,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,412 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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Vehicle has corrosion underneath but not weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,412 miles (+1,465)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    159,412 miles
    Test number
    367220262156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass157,947 miles (+3,524)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    157,947 miles
    Test number
    779800057548
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion underneath but not weakened
  3. Pass154,423 miles (+35)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,423 miles
    Test number
    135247939999
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery terminals slightly loose
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion underneath but not weakened
  4. Fail154,388 miles (+7,477)12 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,388 miles
    Test number
    922600028276
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength on the outer sill behind side trim within 30cm of trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Electrical wiring insecure Positive and negative battery terminals loose (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Check Engine warning light comes on intermittent vehicle first used before July 2003
    • AdvisoryLow Level fuel warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom mounting bolt is loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Being 4*4 unable to spin rear wheels/check rear wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass146,911 miles (+9,841)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    146,911 miles
    Test number
    289420374159
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly perished on inner side wall
  6. Pass137,070 miles (+9,691)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    137,070 miles
    Test number
    587142163102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,379 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    127,379 miles
    Test number
    966105342143
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCver sills fitted, limited inspection
  8. Fail127,429 miles (+50)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,429 miles
    Test number
    388315542182
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front alloys wheels have slight buckeling
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split but clearing screen effectively
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  9. Fail127,379 miles (+15,438)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,379 miles
    Test number
    146162942106
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCver sills fitted, limited inspection
  10. Fail111,941 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,941 miles
    Test number
    675871201179
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise check tyre pressures, nearsidse front looks low
    • NoteVehicle only just met emission lambda limits, recommend check
  11. Pass111,941 miles (+10,949)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    111,941 miles
    Test number
    919831101177
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise check tyre pressures, nearsidse front looks low
    • NoteVehicle only just met emission lambda limits, recommend check
  12. Pass100,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    100,992 miles
    Test number
    491825800148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail100,992 miles (+10,585)6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,992 miles
    Test number
    963145400161
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass90,407 miles (+1,068)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    90,407 miles
    Test number
    244615609108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,339 miles (+989)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    89,339 miles
    Test number
    852012958088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,350 miles (+12,460)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    88,350 miles
    Test number
    601560637088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    75,890 miles
    Test number
    494519236018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S790 AKN

Does S790 AKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S790 AKN expired on 14 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S790 AKN?
The MOT on S790 AKN expired on 14 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S790 AKN done?
S790 AKN was recorded at 159,412 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2022, an average of 5,007 miles a year.
Has S790 AKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S790 AKN has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on S790 AKN 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 S790 AKN find?
S790 AKN passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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