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Subaru Impreza

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T488 SSGMOT history

T488 SSG is a red petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2025 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 88,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2025
Mileage
88,457 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2024
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 SSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2025
Latest MOT test
15 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T488 SSG was last recorded at 88,457 miles on 15 May 2024, 363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,094 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
363 miles
Average per year
1,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 88,457 miles
  • 2022 – 88,094 miles
  • 2014 – 88,069 miles
  • 2013 – 86,535 miles
  • 2010 – 80,490 miles
  • 2009 – 70,525 miles
  • 2007 – 66,821 miles
  • 2006 – 61,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,457 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 sub-frame + associated components excessivly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear sub-frame + associated components excessivly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,457 miles (+363)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    88,457 miles
    Test number
    701543747387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,094 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,094 miles
    Test number
    468101984078
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame + associated components excessivly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame + associated components excessivly corroded
  3. Fail88,088 miles (+19)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,088 miles
    Test number
    704484344291
    • MajorBrake performance not tested front brakes excessivly binding (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame + associated components excessivly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame + associated components excessivly corroded
  4. Pass88,069 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    88,069 miles
    Test number
    917855494273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,535 miles
    Test number
    248028133405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,535 miles (+6,045)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,535 miles
    Test number
    949068533133
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  7. Pass80,490 miles (+9,965)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    80,490 miles
    Test number
    743143110132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,525 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,525 miles
    Test number
    584272819121
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
  9. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    963391749016
    • FailureFront Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureRear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBattery insecure
  10. Pass66,821 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,821 miles
    Test number
    273328097476
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
  11. Fail66,821 miles (+5,693)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,821 miles
    Test number
    934228697178
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
  12. Pass61,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    61,128 miles
    Test number
    101997896033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T488 SSG

Does T488 SSG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T488 SSG expired on 14 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T488 SSG?
The MOT on T488 SSG expired on 14 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T488 SSG done?
T488 SSG was recorded at 88,457 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2024, an average of 1,509 miles a year.
Has T488 SSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 SSG has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T488 SSG 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 T488 SSG find?
T488 SSG passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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