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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T480 UMAMOT history

T480 UMA is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 38,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
38,126 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T480 UMA
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 valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T480 UMA was last recorded at 38,126 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 78 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,048 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
78 miles
Average per year
1,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,126 miles
  • 2025 – 38,048 miles
  • 2024 – 37,892 miles
  • 2023 – 37,640 miles
  • 2022 – 37,104 miles
  • 2021 – 35,170 miles
  • 2020 – 33,860 miles
  • 2019 – 31,784 miles
  • 2018 – 29,321 miles
  • 2017 – 27,890 miles
  • 2016 – 26,375 miles
  • 2015 – 24,066 miles
  • 2014 – 20,178 miles
  • 2013 – 17,590 miles
  • 2009 – 17,571 miles
  • 2008 – 17,526 miles
  • 2007 – 16,529 miles
  • 2006 – 16,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,126 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,126 miles (+78)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    38,126 miles
    Test number
    785899931816
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass38,048 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    38,048 miles
    Test number
    575090699819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail38,043 miles (+151)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,043 miles
    Test number
    945770783961
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass37,892 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    37,892 miles
    Test number
    586877621633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail37,889 miles (+249)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,889 miles
    Test number
    876562115829
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass37,640 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    37,640 miles
    Test number
    445492605906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,104 miles (+1,934)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    37,104 miles
    Test number
    727621944253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,170 miles (+1,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    35,170 miles
    Test number
    764267340023
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

  9. Pass33,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    33,860 miles
    Test number
    894305233207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail33,860 miles (+2,076)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,860 miles
    Test number
    626400916707
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass31,784 miles (+2,463)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    31,784 miles
    Test number
    899722467886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,321 miles (+1,431)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,321 miles
    Test number
    288749710976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,890 miles
    Test number
    440168316544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail27,890 miles (+1,515)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,890 miles
    Test number
    645853512955
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass26,375 miles (+2,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,375 miles
    Test number
    552379852563
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass24,066 miles (+3,888)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,066 miles
    Test number
    106448655074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,178 miles (+2,588)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,178 miles
    Test number
    385180454095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,590 miles (+19)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    17,590 miles
    Test number
    979251363047
    • NoteSurface rust on brake discs

  19. Pass17,571 miles (+45)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,571 miles
    Test number
    214143899021
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn inner shoulders
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inside surfaces slightly

  20. Pass17,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,526 miles
    Test number
    162519778468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail17,526 miles (+997)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,526 miles
    Test number
    184589278077
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass16,529 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    16,529 miles
    Test number
    510393207152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    16,452 miles
    Test number
    631366596092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail16,452 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,452 miles
    Test number
    840176596084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T480 UMA

Does T480 UMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T480 UMA is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T480 UMA?
The MOT on T480 UMA is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T480 UMA done?
T480 UMA was recorded at 38,126 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 1,083 miles a year.
Has T480 UMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T480 UMA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T480 UMA 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 T480 UMA find?
T480 UMA passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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