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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T551 FRUMOT history

T551 FRU is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 12 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2022 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 134,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2022
Mileage
134,378 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2021
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 FRU
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
12 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 FRU was last recorded at 134,378 miles on 21 Oct 2021, 1,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,077 miles · 15 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
1,301 miles
Average per year
4,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 134,378 miles
  • 2020 – 133,077 miles
  • 2018 – 128,192 miles
  • 2016 – 123,460 miles
  • 2014 – 115,588 miles
  • 2013 – 112,611 miles
  • 2011 – 111,150 miles
  • 2010 – 107,811 miles
  • 2009 – 100,519 miles
  • 2008 – 92,589 miles
  • 2007 – 82,960 miles
  • 2006 – 70,664 miles
  • 2005 – 62,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,378 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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 Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear no rear seats fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,378 miles (+1,301)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    134,378 miles
    Test number
    762737178923
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  2. Pass133,077 miles (+4,885)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    133,077 miles
    Test number
    967299995146
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryEye level stop inop
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test

  3. Pass128,192 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,192 miles
    Test number
    679355856020
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear no rear seats fitted at time of test

  4. Fail128,191 miles (+4,731)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,191 miles
    Test number
    361948453647
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Fuel hose leaking alongside tank (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear no rear seats fitted at time of test

  5. Pass123,460 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,460 miles
    Test number
    622544874763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,459 miles (+7,871)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,459 miles
    Test number
    288118206422
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  7. Pass115,588 miles (+2,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    115,588 miles
    Test number
    157002944411
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass112,611 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,611 miles
    Test number
    245140013035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteBrake squeel

  9. Fail112,611 miles (+1,461)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,611 miles
    Test number
    837698403084
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteBrake squeel

  10. Pass111,150 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    111,150 miles
    Test number
    226484461397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteFront brake squeeling

  11. Fail111,150 miles (+3,339)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,150 miles
    Test number
    165253661346
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteFront brake squeeling

  12. Pass107,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    107,811 miles
    Test number
    441044140433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,811 miles (+7,292)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,811 miles
    Test number
    844362540372
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass100,519 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    100,519 miles
    Test number
    244811049331
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail100,519 miles (+7,930)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,519 miles
    Test number
    351011049332
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass92,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    92,589 miles
    Test number
    410097448456
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail92,589 miles (+9,629)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,589 miles
    Test number
    163517248311
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass82,960 miles (+12,296)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    82,960 miles
    Test number
    704291957369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,664 miles (+7,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    70,664 miles
    Test number
    771753206338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass62,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    62,883 miles
    Test number
    494257395215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T551 FRU

Does T551 FRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T551 FRU expired on 20 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T551 FRU?
The MOT on T551 FRU expired on 20 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T551 FRU done?
T551 FRU was recorded at 134,378 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2021, an average of 4,471 miles a year.
Has T551 FRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 FRU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2018.
Has the mileage on T551 FRU 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 FRU find?
T551 FRU passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2021 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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