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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

T17 WRXMOT history

T17 WRX is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2025 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2025
Mileage
89,125 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2024
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T17 WRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T17 WRX was last recorded at 89,125 miles on 3 Sept 2024, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Feb 2012: 58,425 miles, lower than 88,046 miles on 1 Feb 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,116 miles · 26 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,125 miles
  • 2023 – 89,105 miles
  • 2021 – 88,899 miles
  • 2020 – 88,863 miles
  • 2019 – 86,318 miles
  • 2018 – 78,626 miles
  • 2017 – 74,218 miles
  • 2016 – 70,285 miles
  • 2014 – 67,426 miles
  • 2013 – 64,778 miles
  • 2012 – 58,425 miles
  • 2011 – 50,241 miles
  • 2010 – 41,370 miles
  • 2009 – 32,650 miles
  • 2007 – 20,722 miles
  • 2006 – 12,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,125 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,125 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,125 miles
    Test number
    122804071755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail89,116 miles (+11)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    874438275592
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification coilover lower locking ring has excessive play at hub (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail89,105 miles1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,105 miles
    Test number
    344339172314
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail89,105 miles (+206)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,105 miles
    Test number
    988713495745
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass88,899 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    88,899 miles
    Test number
    115876363208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,888 miles (+25)2 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,888 miles
    Test number
    834457625721
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail88,863 miles (+2,545)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,863 miles
    Test number
    417634418132
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass86,318 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,318 miles
    Test number
    836776917017
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail86,307 miles (+7,681)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,307 miles
    Test number
    518921200169
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass78,626 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,626 miles
    Test number
    776505164326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,615 miles (+4,397)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,615 miles
    Test number
    701900703724
    • DangerousSuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting missing locking pin missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexi brake pipe insecure (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass74,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,218 miles
    Test number
    780160875428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,218 miles (+3,933)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,218 miles
    Test number
    328490805241
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass70,285 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,285 miles
    Test number
    389386916603
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail70,285 miles (+2,859)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,285 miles
    Test number
    929262706519
    • DangerousNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)
    • FailureParking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.E.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass67,426 miles (+2,648)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,426 miles
    Test number
    458413294055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,778 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,778 miles
    Test number
    476333193047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail64,772 miles (+6,347)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,772 miles
    Test number
    219834683091
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass58,425 miles (-29,621)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,425 miles
    Test number
    976824442011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCoolant leaking from headertank neck
    • NoteSlight greese leaking from n/s and o/s inner c/v gaiters

  20. Fail88,046 miles (+37,805)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,046 miles
    Test number
    195322232443
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCoolant leaking from headertank neck
    • NoteSlight greese leaking from n/s and o/s inner c/v gaiters

  21. Pass50,241 miles (+8,871)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,241 miles
    Test number
    939235131077
    • NoteGreese leaking from o/s/f inner c/v gaiter

  22. Pass41,370 miles (+8,720)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,370 miles
    Test number
    253850440087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,650 miles
    Test number
    152202629450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,650 miles (+11,928)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,650 miles
    Test number
    381762329001
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  25. Pass20,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,722 miles
    Test number
    164596647257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,722 miles (+8,482)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,722 miles
    Test number
    584326747237
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass12,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    12,240 miles
    Test number
    161774346287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T17 WRX

Does T17 WRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T17 WRX expired on 2 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T17 WRX?
The MOT on T17 WRX expired on 2 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T17 WRX done?
T17 WRX was recorded at 89,125 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2024, an average of 4,270 miles a year.
Has T17 WRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T17 WRX has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T17 WRX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Feb 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T17 WRX find?
T17 WRX passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2015; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; nearside rear exhaust noisy, and 3 more.

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