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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

S811 TAWMOT history

S811 TAW is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 112,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

S811 TAW blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
112,563 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S811 TAW
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S811 TAW was last recorded at 112,563 miles on 1 May 2025, 1,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,288 miles · 2 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,275 miles
Average per year
2,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,563 miles
  • 2024 – 111,288 miles
  • 2021 – 110,117 miles
  • 2020 – 106,959 miles
  • 2018 – 103,552 miles
  • 2017 – 102,694 miles
  • 2016 – 93,621 miles
  • 2015 – 93,003 miles
  • 2014 – 89,719 miles
  • 2013 – 85,373 miles
  • 2012 – 83,030 miles
  • 2011 – 81,386 miles
  • 2010 – 81,323 miles
  • 2008 – 80,411 miles
  • 2007 – 79,141 miles
  • 2005 – 73,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,563 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryHeavily modified

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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s and o/ chassis rails and o/s jacking point damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,563 miles (+1,275)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    112,563 miles
    Test number
    883842255205
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily modified

  2. Pass111,288 miles (+1,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,288 miles
    Test number
    981799446702
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass110,117 miles (+3,158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,117 miles
    Test number
    804319999352
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear arches
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,959 miles (+3,407)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,959 miles
    Test number
    835608895565
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass103,552 miles (+858)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    103,552 miles
    Test number
    194431293871
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,694 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    102,694 miles
    Test number
    375825802158
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam converters fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/ chassis rails and o/s jacking point damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake pipe slight corrorion at clip by tank
    • AdvisoryOil leake
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted unable to see sills

  7. Fail102,680 miles (+9,059)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,680 miles
    Test number
    118138209685
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/ chassis rails and o/s jacking point damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake pipe slight corrorion at clip by tank
    • AdvisoryOil leake
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted unable to see sills

  8. Pass93,621 miles (+606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    93,621 miles
    Test number
    380869459525
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been heavily undersealed
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  9. Pass93,015 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,015 miles
    Test number
    238823950341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,003 miles (+3,284)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,003 miles
    Test number
    170817657303
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside steering rack

  11. Pass89,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    89,719 miles
    Test number
    655534344366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,719 miles (+4,346)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,719 miles
    Test number
    367741834308
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass85,373 miles (+2,343)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    85,373 miles
    Test number
    488581233404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,030 miles (+1,644)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,030 miles
    Test number
    547734522355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,386 miles (+63)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    81,386 miles
    Test number
    495255921305
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSuspension arm bushes perishing

  16. Pass81,323 miles (+912)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    81,323 miles
    Test number
    661024220399
    • NoteCorrosion on near shockers mounting
    • NoteCouldnt view outter sills due to side kit
    • NoteNearside front tyre started to wear
    • NoteSlight oilleak

  17. Pass80,411 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    80,411 miles
    Test number
    294565238253
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth rear diff mounting arm bushes slightly detoriated

  18. Fail80,411 miles (+1,270)4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,411 miles
    Test number
    333075138252
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth rear diff mounting arm bushes slightly detoriated

  19. Pass79,141 miles (+5,918)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    794795027059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    73,223 miles
    Test number
    440420445465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,223 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,223 miles
    Test number
    233766235308
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about S811 TAW

Does S811 TAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S811 TAW expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S811 TAW?
The MOT on S811 TAW expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S811 TAW done?
S811 TAW was recorded at 112,563 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 2,027 miles a year.
Has S811 TAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S811 TAW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on S811 TAW 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 S811 TAW find?
S811 TAW passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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