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Subaru Impreza

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

S86 RBEMOT history

S86 RBE is a red petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 11 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 108,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

S86 RBE red Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
108,267 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S86 RBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
11 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S86 RBE was last recorded at 108,267 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 2,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,770 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,497 miles
Average per year
1,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,267 miles
  • 2025 – 105,770 miles
  • 2024 – 105,287 miles
  • 2023 – 104,789 miles
  • 2022 – 104,231 miles
  • 2015 – 103,665 miles
  • 2014 – 103,449 miles
  • 2013 – 100,784 miles
  • 2012 – 95,965 miles
  • 2011 – 89,490 miles
  • 2010 – 85,436 miles
  • 2008 – 81,618 miles
  • 2007 – 73,491 miles
  • 2006 – 69,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,267 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Brake Hoses Front + Rear (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front Arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All Rear Suspension components Corroded,

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,267 miles (+2,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    108,267 miles
    Test number
    331072440008
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Brake Hoses Front + Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Pass105,770 miles (+483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    105,770 miles
    Test number
    778972834340
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All Rear Suspension Components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass105,287 miles (+498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    105,287 miles
    Test number
    355906034735
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  4. Pass104,789 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,789 miles
    Test number
    735275951310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,231 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,231 miles
    Test number
    912299015767
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All Rear Suspension components Corroded, (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail104,228 miles (+563)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,228 miles
    Test number
    110568735215
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All Rear Suspension components Corroded, (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass103,665 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,665 miles
    Test number
    859188635102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,449 miles (+2,665)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,449 miles
    Test number
    208505914484
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
  9. Pass100,784 miles (+4,819)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    100,784 miles
    Test number
    416970533147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,965 miles (+6,475)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    95,965 miles
    Test number
    676938312102
    • NoteFront discs pitted
  11. Pass89,490 miles (+4,054)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    89,490 miles
    Test number
    699069521117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,436 miles (+3,818)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    85,436 miles
    Test number
    291222830465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,618 miles (+8,127)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    81,618 miles
    Test number
    623893158269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,491 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    73,491 miles
    Test number
    684488657295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,483 miles (+3,848)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,483 miles
    Test number
    863818247201
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
  16. Pass69,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    69,635 miles
    Test number
    730920656246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S86 RBE

Does S86 RBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S86 RBE is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S86 RBE?
The MOT on S86 RBE is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S86 RBE done?
S86 RBE was recorded at 108,267 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 1,994 miles a year.
Has S86 RBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S86 RBE has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S86 RBE 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 S86 RBE find?
S86 RBE passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses front + rear.

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