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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T109 JLSMOT history

T109 JLS is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 154,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2026
Mileage
154,111 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T109 JLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T109 JLS was last recorded at 154,111 miles on 31 Mar 2025, 5,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,412 miles · 11 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,699 miles
Average per year
4,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 154,111 miles
  • 2024 – 148,412 miles
  • 2022 – 144,673 miles
  • 2020 – 142,415 miles
  • 2019 – 141,365 miles
  • 2018 – 138,730 miles
  • 2017 – 136,986 miles
  • 2016 – 130,104 miles
  • 2013 – 115,713 miles
  • 2012 – 115,467 miles
  • 2011 – 108,226 miles
  • 2010 – 100,594 miles
  • 2009 – 95,008 miles
  • 2008 – 89,628 miles
  • 2007 – 83,520 miles
  • 2006 – 75,455 miles
  • 2005 – 66,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,111 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front to rear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,111 miles (+5,699)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    154,111 miles
    Test number
    874852832416
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front to rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded

  2. Pass148,412 miles (+3,739)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,412 miles
    Test number
    142508012294
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear suspension corroded

  3. Pass144,673 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    144,673 miles
    Test number
    757046015111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail144,377 miles (+1,962)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,377 miles
    Test number
    635993249464
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear both flexible brake hoses not secured
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside chassis and suspension components

  5. Pass142,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    142,415 miles
    Test number
    955431031267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail142,415 miles (+1,050)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,415 miles
    Test number
    831295097000
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass141,365 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    141,365 miles
    Test number
    938819152271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail141,358 miles (+2,628)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,358 miles
    Test number
    141404096630
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass138,730 miles (+1,744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    138,730 miles
    Test number
    326428219542
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass136,986 miles (+6,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    136,986 miles
    Test number
    194418068845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE CRACKING BUT NOT SHOWING CORDS
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE CRACKING BUT NOT SHOWING CORDS

  11. Pass130,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    130,104 miles
    Test number
    805102860613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass119,208 km
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    119,208 km
    Test number
    435131164312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,713 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    115,713 miles
    Test number
    347070043404
    • NoteBoth brake discs slightly corroded no insides

  14. Fail115,713 miles (+246)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,713 miles
    Test number
    369170443274
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth brake discs slightly corroded no insides

  15. Pass115,467 miles (+7,241)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    115,467 miles
    Test number
    539567322277
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass108,226 miles (+7,632)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    108,226 miles
    Test number
    546071301201
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip and clutch pedal anti-slip worn almost to excess?
    • NoteNearside rear evidence apparent of brake getting hot pads worn almost to excess and brake bind apparent almost to excess?
    • NotePark brake reserve travel low ?

  17. Pass100,594 miles (+5,586)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    100,594 miles
    Test number
    831840290102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteSlight chip in offside of windscreen but not in sweep of wipers

  18. Pass95,008 miles (+5,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    95,008 miles
    Test number
    311586319414
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass89,628 miles (+6,108)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    89,628 miles
    Test number
    352344818471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,520 miles6 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,520 miles
    Test number
    224489417281
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass83,520 miles (+8,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    83,520 miles
    Test number
    253399417243
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail75,455 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,455 miles
    Test number
    324700826480
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  23. Pass75,455 miles (+9,314)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    75,455 miles
    Test number
    984760026217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  24. Pass66,141 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    66,141 miles
    Test number
    544369405219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,139 miles1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    102658305262
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about T109 JLS

Does T109 JLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T109 JLS expired on 30 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T109 JLS?
The MOT on T109 JLS expired on 30 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T109 JLS done?
T109 JLS was recorded at 154,111 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2025, an average of 4,471 miles a year.
Has T109 JLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T109 JLS has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T109 JLS 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 T109 JLS find?
T109 JLS passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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