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Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T147 RKRMOT history

T147 RKR is a grey petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 159,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
159,117 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T147 RKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T147 RKR was last recorded at 159,117 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 3,741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,376 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,741 miles
Average per year
5,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,117 miles
  • 2024 – 155,376 miles
  • 2023 – 150,486 miles
  • 2022 – 144,471 miles
  • 2021 – 138,139 miles
  • 2020 – 132,996 miles
  • 2019 – 129,687 miles
  • 2018 – 120,838 miles
  • 2017 – 118,175 miles
  • 2016 – 112,383 miles
  • 2015 – 104,957 miles
  • 2014 – 96,132 miles
  • 2013 – 88,495 miles
  • 2012 – 77,702 miles
  • 2011 – 67,338 miles
  • 2010 – 65,012 miles
  • 2009 – 63,468 miles
  • 2008 – 61,128 miles
  • 2007 – 59,830 miles
  • 2006 – 57,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,117 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Underbody covered in underseal

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Filler neck corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    159,117 miles
    Test number
    155915882787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail159,117 miles (+3,741)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,117 miles
    Test number
    628520929779
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass155,376 miles (+4,890)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    155,376 miles
    Test number
    278474432232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass150,486 miles (+6,015)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    150,486 miles
    Test number
    800335928989
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryUnderbody showing signs of corrosion coming through underseal

  5. Pass144,471 miles (+6,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    144,471 miles
    Test number
    127899643401
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  6. Pass138,139 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,139 miles
    Test number
    620501658281
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  7. Fail138,134 miles (+5,138)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,134 miles
    Test number
    968049516192
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  8. Pass132,996 miles (+3,309)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    132,996 miles
    Test number
    431353074394
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFiller neck corroded

  9. Pass129,687 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,687 miles
    Test number
    398693857259
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFiller neck corroded

  10. Fail129,683 miles (+8,845)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,683 miles
    Test number
    435890036169
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFiller neck corroded

  11. Pass120,838 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    120,838 miles
    Test number
    250577579056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail120,837 miles (+2,662)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,837 miles
    Test number
    533924363145
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass118,175 miles (+5,792)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    118,175 miles
    Test number
    426033947901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,383 miles (+7,426)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,383 miles
    Test number
    628170447681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,957 miles
    Test number
    256721228032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,957 miles (+8,825)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,957 miles
    Test number
    783344345513
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass96,132 miles (+196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    258710474280
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail95,936 miles (+7,441)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,936 miles
    Test number
    388473654433
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on inner surfaces of front brake discs

  19. Pass88,495 miles (+10,793)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    88,495 miles
    Test number
    619952563291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split at the ends

  20. Pass77,702 miles (+10,364)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    77,702 miles
    Test number
    178354492113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteNsr seat back loose

  21. Pass67,338 miles (+2,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,338 miles
    Test number
    907845971105
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass65,012 miles (+1,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,012 miles
    Test number
    862394990147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  23. Pass63,468 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,468 miles
    Test number
    342152139127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail63,468 miles (+2,340)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,468 miles
    Test number
    700162439141
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass61,128 miles (+1,298)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,128 miles
    Test number
    153010628101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass59,830 miles (+2,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    59,830 miles
    Test number
    844818617182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass57,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    57,294 miles
    Test number
    251862816496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,294 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,294 miles
    Test number
    871452916186
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about T147 RKR

Does T147 RKR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T147 RKR is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T147 RKR?
The MOT on T147 RKR is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T147 RKR done?
T147 RKR was recorded at 159,117 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 5,202 miles a year.
Has T147 RKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T147 RKR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T147 RKR 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 T147 RKR find?
T147 RKR passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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