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Subaru Impreza

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T521 AERMOT history

T521 AER is a green petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2022 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 157,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2022
Mileage
157,954 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T521 AER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T521 AER was last recorded at 157,954 miles on 7 Nov 2022, 3,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,415 miles · 12 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,539 miles
Average per year
4,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,954 miles
  • 2021 – 154,415 miles
  • 2019 – 150,936 miles
  • 2018 – 147,283 miles
  • 2017 – 143,618 miles
  • 2016 – 140,284 miles
  • 2014 – 135,850 miles
  • 2013 – 130,726 miles
  • 2010 – 128,751 miles
  • 2009 – 126,359 miles
  • 2008 – 122,623 miles
  • 2007 – 105,595 miles
  • 2006 – 84,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail157,954 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor and sill areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor and sill areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and componentsRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail157,954 miles (+3,539)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,954 miles
    Test number
    551793291420
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor and sill areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor and sill areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  2. Pass154,415 miles (+3,479)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,415 miles
    Test number
    822476758490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and components
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Pass150,936 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    150,936 miles
    Test number
    140888108404
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  4. Fail150,931 miles (+3,648)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,931 miles
    Test number
    845780340485
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  5. Pass147,283 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    147,283 miles
    Test number
    322631384486
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  6. Fail147,278 miles (+3,660)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,278 miles
    Test number
    135770431540
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged slight kink (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  7. Pass143,618 miles (+3,334)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,618 miles
    Test number
    121211510538
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass140,284 miles (+4,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    140,284 miles
    Test number
    989329061089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers obscure some testable areas

  9. Pass135,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    135,850 miles
    Test number
    309671724265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Fail135,850 miles (+5,124)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,850 miles
    Test number
    976661024263
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Pass130,726 miles (+1,975)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    130,726 miles
    Test number
    858725613243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOs/f tyre wearing unevenly
    • NoteSill covers fitted obscuring some testable areas

  12. Pass128,751 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    128,751 miles
    Test number
    170933410334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,733 miles (+2,374)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,733 miles
    Test number
    611786300349
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass126,359 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    126,359 miles
    Test number
    544558589201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail126,357 miles (+3,734)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,357 miles
    Test number
    223087889252
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Fail122,623 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,623 miles
    Test number
    622431468222
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass122,623 miles (+17,028)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    122,623 miles
    Test number
    802611068217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass105,595 miles (+20,845)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    105,595 miles
    Test number
    830085547189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail84,750 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,750 miles
    Test number
    260415746458
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass84,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    84,750 miles
    Test number
    804885246191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T521 AER

Does T521 AER currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T521 AER expired on 11 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T521 AER?
The MOT on T521 AER expired on 11 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T521 AER done?
T521 AER was recorded at 157,954 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2022, an average of 4,449 miles a year.
Has T521 AER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T521 AER has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T521 AER 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 T521 AER find?
T521 AER failed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2022 with 9 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 7 more.

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