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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

S88 MCSMOT history

S88 MCS is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 149,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

S88 MCS blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
149,381 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 MCS
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
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 MCS was last recorded at 149,381 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,381 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,381 miles
  • 2024 – 149,381 miles
  • 2021 – 148,894 miles
  • 2020 – 148,886 miles
  • 2018 – 134,574 miles
  • 2017 – 134,521 miles
  • 2016 – 129,989 miles
  • 2015 – 124,236 miles
  • 2014 – 114,972 miles
  • 2013 – 108,767 miles
  • 2012 – 104,942 miles
  • 2011 – 96,918 miles
  • 2010 – 91,799 miles
  • 2009 – 88,281 miles
  • 2008 – 85,555 miles
  • 2007 – 83,444 miles
  • 2006 – 80,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,381 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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • All rear brake pipe unions/joins corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass149,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    149,381 miles
    Test number
    660182020126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass149,381 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    149,381 miles
    Test number
    320289380388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,894 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    148,894 miles
    Test number
    949823470633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail148,886 miles (+14,312)1 dangerous11 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,886 miles
    Test number
    403704805627
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing (1.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheelarches both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and wheelarch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass134,574 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    134,574 miles
    Test number
    930958719472
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipe unions/joins corroded

  6. Fail134,572 miles (+51)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,572 miles
    Test number
    883332646287
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipe unions/joins corroded

  7. Fail134,521 miles (+4,532)2 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,521 miles
    Test number
    575114828180
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inside wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inside wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low BOTH (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases temp repair has been carried out (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corroded not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted unable to test full sills

  8. Pass129,989 miles (+5,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    129,989 miles
    Test number
    480913938238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Pass124,236 miles (+9,264)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    124,236 miles
    Test number
    695245955066
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteSide skirts fitted unable to test sills

  10. Pass114,972 miles (+6,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    114,972 miles
    Test number
    358678754029
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass108,767 miles (+3,825)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    108,767 miles
    Test number
    358316923080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,942 miles (+8,024)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    104,942 miles
    Test number
    156295942030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail96,918 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,918 miles
    Test number
    538825211010
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  14. Pass96,918 miles (+5,119)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    96,918 miles
    Test number
    777605711023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,799 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    91,799 miles
    Test number
    142457240418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,281 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,281 miles
    Test number
    911319949004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,555 miles (+2,111)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    85,555 miles
    Test number
    240384848069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,444 miles (+2,903)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    83,444 miles
    Test number
    102397257097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,541 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,541 miles
    Test number
    143244856452
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  20. Pass80,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    80,541 miles
    Test number
    674884656088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 MCS

Does S88 MCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 MCS is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 MCS?
The MOT on S88 MCS is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 MCS done?
S88 MCS was recorded at 149,381 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 3,348 miles a year.
Has S88 MCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 MCS has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2020.
Has the mileage on S88 MCS 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 S88 MCS find?
S88 MCS passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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