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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T551 FODMOT history

T551 FOD is a silver petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 8 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 99,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
99,773 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 FOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 FOD was last recorded at 99,773 miles on 23 May 2026, 2,723 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,050 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,723 miles
Average per year
3,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,773 miles
  • 2025 – 97,050 miles
  • 2024 – 93,851 miles
  • 2023 – 90,673 miles
  • 2022 – 87,368 miles
  • 2021 – 85,912 miles
  • 2020 – 84,094 miles
  • 2019 – 82,798 miles
  • 2018 – 80,597 miles
  • 2017 – 76,638 miles
  • 2016 – 71,021 miles
  • 2015 – 69,738 miles
  • 2014 – 67,341 miles
  • 2013 – 66,766 miles
  • 2012 – 63,069 miles
  • 2011 – 58,278 miles
  • 2010 – 52,613 miles
  • 2009 – 47,279 miles
  • 2008 – 41,438 miles
  • 2007 – 33,921 miles
  • 2006 – 28,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,773 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Off side front (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Off side front (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coils front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,773 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    99,773 miles
    Test number
    625158265758
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Off side front (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Off side front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coils front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail99,773 miles (+2,723)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,773 miles
    Test number
    578467854404
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator not working Near side front (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Off side front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Off side front (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Off side front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coils front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass97,050 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,050 miles
    Test number
    633226616416
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Off side front (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Off side front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coils front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion, undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail97,050 miles (+3,199)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,050 miles
    Test number
    933813350256
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp not working Both front lamps (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Off side front (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Off side front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coils front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion, undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass93,851 miles (+3,178)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    93,851 miles
    Test number
    972470013432
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass90,673 miles (+3,305)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    90,673 miles
    Test number
    451928883529
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coils front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion front and rear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Off side front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Near side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass87,368 miles (+1,456)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,368 miles
    Test number
    400321969903
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass85,912 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    85,912 miles
    Test number
    931905268254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,094 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,094 miles
    Test number
    521846710099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,798 miles (+2,201)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    82,798 miles
    Test number
    462948957084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,597 miles (+3,959)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,597 miles
    Test number
    391799115841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,638 miles (+5,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,638 miles
    Test number
    958480735995
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass71,021 miles (+1,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,021 miles
    Test number
    501453228318
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriated

  14. Pass69,738 miles (+2,397)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    69,738 miles
    Test number
    868381505192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f fog ligth lens damage
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriated

  15. Pass67,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,341 miles
    Test number
    167397274077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,341 miles (+575)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,341 miles
    Test number
    299417274065
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass66,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,766 miles
    Test number
    235234693405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,766 miles (+3,697)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,766 miles
    Test number
    639404693169
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Fail63,069 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,069 miles
    Test number
    179686312199
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass63,069 miles (+4,791)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,069 miles
    Test number
    879526412174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,278 miles (+5,665)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,278 miles
    Test number
    827513821184
    • NoteFront anti roll bar bushs poor

  22. Fail52,613 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,613 miles
    Test number
    683174800159
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass52,613 miles (+5,334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,613 miles
    Test number
    873224500151
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass47,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,279 miles
    Test number
    262506229473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail47,279 miles (+5,841)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,279 miles
    Test number
    900205529196
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 2mm

  26. Pass41,438 miles (+7,517)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,438 miles
    Test number
    261893828151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,921 miles (+5,287)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,921 miles
    Test number
    482858627147
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight stone chips in the front windscreen

  28. Pass28,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,634 miles
    Test number
    181943226190
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T551 FOD

Does T551 FOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T551 FOD is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T551 FOD?
The MOT on T551 FOD is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T551 FOD done?
T551 FOD was recorded at 99,773 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 3,547 miles a year.
Has T551 FOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 FOD has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T551 FOD 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 T551 FOD find?
T551 FOD passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated off side front; steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt off side front; coil spring corroded all coils front and rear, and 4 more.

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