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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T213 DBWMOT history

T213 DBW is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 24 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 235,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
235,190 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T213 DBW
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
24 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T213 DBW was last recorded at 235,190 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 8,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,041 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,149 miles
Average per year
4,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,190 miles
  • 2025 – 227,041 miles
  • 2024 – 220,221 miles
  • 2023 – 217,313 miles
  • 2022 – 214,122 miles
  • 2021 – 212,534 miles
  • 2015 – 211,903 miles
  • 2014 – 208,709 miles
  • 2013 – 202,678 miles
  • 2012 – 195,857 miles
  • 2011 – 182,849 miles
  • 2010 – 174,808 miles
  • 2009 – 169,030 miles
  • 2008 – 162,489 miles
  • 2007 – 153,127 miles
  • 2006 – 144,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,190 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Coil spring corroded Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,190 miles (+8,149)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    235,190 miles
    Test number
    466471470432
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass227,041 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    227,041 miles
    Test number
    785341715430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail227,028 miles (+6,807)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,028 miles
    Test number
    957627997959
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass220,221 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    220,221 miles
    Test number
    127394317803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass217,313 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    217,313 miles
    Test number
    133115735535
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Fail217,299 miles (+3,177)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,299 miles
    Test number
    853671927752
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Pass214,122 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    214,122 miles
    Test number
    328616795988
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail214,108 miles (+1,574)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,108 miles
    Test number
    665238704692
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system in front of rear axle (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass212,534 miles (+631)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    212,534 miles
    Test number
    923786268377
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight exhaust leak centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion over front suspension components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wiper linkage worn

  10. Pass211,903 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    211,903 miles
    Test number
    259662885128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail211,895 miles (+3,186)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,895 miles
    Test number
    158360185131
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass208,709 miles (+6,031)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    208,709 miles
    Test number
    365485064113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail202,678 miles2 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,678 miles
    Test number
    396109013145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake fluid getting low
    • NotePlastic cover sills fitted
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  14. Pass202,678 miles (+6,821)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    202,678 miles
    Test number
    487039413124
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake fluid getting low
    • NotePlastic cover sills fitted
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  15. Pass195,857 miles (+13,008)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    195,857 miles
    Test number
    445937232164
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on legal limit
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted
    • NotePoor repairs to center exhaust
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  16. Pass182,849 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    182,849 miles
    Test number
    278553521448
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  17. Fail182,849 miles (+8,041)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,849 miles
    Test number
    539723021192
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  18. Pass174,808 miles (+5,778)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    174,808 miles
    Test number
    991054030122
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  19. Pass169,030 miles (+6,541)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    169,030 miles
    Test number
    730773839128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front driveshaft inner gaiter split

  20. Pass162,489 miles (+9,362)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    162,489 miles
    Test number
    562480148169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly damaged

  21. Pass153,127 miles (+8,964)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    153,127 miles
    Test number
    190942137101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills
    • NoteSlight binding to nearside front brake

  22. Pass144,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    144,163 miles
    Test number
    251829626157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T213 DBW

Does T213 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T213 DBW is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T213 DBW?
The MOT on T213 DBW is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T213 DBW done?
T213 DBW was recorded at 235,190 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 4,494 miles a year.
Has T213 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T213 DBW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T213 DBW 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 T213 DBW find?
T213 DBW passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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