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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T490 MAUMOT history

T490 MAU is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 109,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,993 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T490 MAU
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
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T490 MAU was last recorded at 109,993 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 7,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,265 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,728 miles
Average per year
3,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,993 miles
  • 2025 – 102,265 miles
  • 2024 – 99,458 miles
  • 2023 – 96,320 miles
  • 2022 – 92,784 miles
  • 2019 – 87,343 miles
  • 2018 – 83,021 miles
  • 2017 – 81,981 miles
  • 2016 – 80,249 miles
  • 2015 – 74,892 miles
  • 2014 – 69,172 miles
  • 2013 – 63,538 miles
  • 2012 – 59,828 miles
  • 2011 – 56,811 miles
  • 2010 – 54,050 miles
  • 2009 – 52,004 miles
  • 2007 – 46,113 miles
  • 2005 – 42,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,993 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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Corrosion becoming evident on under body components and sub frame

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,993 miles (+7,728)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,993 miles
    Test number
    250178575178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    102,265 miles
    Test number
    106454115850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail102,255 miles (+11)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,255 miles
    Test number
    595505606627
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail102,244 miles (+2,786)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,244 miles
    Test number
    725692079050
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass99,458 miles (+3,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    99,458 miles
    Test number
    998681066867
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive o/s and n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sill corroded (o/s and n/s )

  6. Pass96,320 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,320 miles
    Test number
    698123871898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,310 miles (+3,526)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,310 miles
    Test number
    213484157740
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass92,784 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,784 miles
    Test number
    105169752022
    • AdvisoryCorrosion becoming evident on under body components and sub frame

  9. Fail92,782 miles (+5,439)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,782 miles
    Test number
    907961012250
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire up side of tank (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested fuel leaking so could not test (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested fuel leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting near to sub frame mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting next to rear axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear two pipes next to fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion becoming evident on under body components and sub frame

  10. Pass87,343 miles (+4,322)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,343 miles
    Test number
    625598883712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,021 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,021 miles
    Test number
    223371011703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,020 miles (+1,039)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,020 miles
    Test number
    137871290608
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass81,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,981 miles
    Test number
    508092861030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,981 miles (+1,732)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,981 miles
    Test number
    541338175236
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

  15. Pass80,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    276221825281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,249 miles (+5,357)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    559671248085
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass74,892 miles (+5,720)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,892 miles
    Test number
    926700345141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail69,172 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,172 miles
    Test number
    925673334101
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass69,172 miles (+5,634)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,172 miles
    Test number
    946993734161
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass63,538 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    63,538 miles
    Test number
    925583643100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,529 miles (+3,701)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,529 miles
    Test number
    919047323130
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass59,828 miles (+3,017)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,828 miles
    Test number
    138141122193
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteREAR SILENCER OUTER CASING CORRODED.

  23. Pass56,811 miles (+2,761)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,811 miles
    Test number
    517378911125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,050 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,050 miles
    Test number
    532157410174
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail54,050 miles (+2,046)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,050 miles
    Test number
    592347010191
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass52,004 miles (+30)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,004 miles
    Test number
    592931829121
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFRONT WIPER BLADES SPLIT.

  27. Fail51,974 miles (+5,861)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,974 miles
    Test number
    250189419193
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFRONT WIPER BLADES SPLIT.

  28. Pass46,113 miles (+3,661)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,113 miles
    Test number
    380341427107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2006
    Odometer
    42,452 miles
    Test number
    212077945418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T490 MAU

Does T490 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T490 MAU is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T490 MAU?
The MOT on T490 MAU is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T490 MAU done?
T490 MAU was recorded at 109,993 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 3,270 miles a year.
Has T490 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T490 MAU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T490 MAU 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 T490 MAU find?
T490 MAU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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