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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T556 HSOMOT history

T556 HSO is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 95,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
95,738 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,301 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T556 HSO
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
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T556 HSO was last recorded at 95,738 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,733 miles · 21 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,738 miles
  • 2021 – 95,451 miles
  • 2019 – 92,209 miles
  • 2018 – 88,718 miles
  • 2016 – 86,472 miles
  • 2015 – 83,229 miles
  • 2014 – 82,083 miles
  • 2013 – 80,870 miles
  • 2012 – 80,246 miles
  • 2010 – 76,875 miles
  • 2009 – 74,126 miles
  • 2008 – 72,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,738 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Oil leak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under seal not allowing proper inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,738 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    95,738 miles
    Test number
    213811371735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail95,733 miles (+282)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,733 miles
    Test number
    983339728750
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Pipe at flexible hose insecure (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  3. Pass95,451 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,451 miles
    Test number
    680704971778
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder seal not allowing proper inspection.

  4. Fail95,429 miles (+3,220)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,429 miles
    Test number
    768540028026
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryUnder seal not allowing proper inspection.

  5. Pass92,209 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,209 miles
    Test number
    710705122335
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inop
    • AdvisoryOil leak/engine area/minor

  6. Fail92,209 miles (+3,491)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,209 miles
    Test number
    539246976630
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs cable loose and rubbing on strut (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear flex brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inop
    • AdvisoryOil leak/engine area/minor

  7. Pass88,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,718 miles
    Test number
    702146043898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,704 miles (+2,232)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,704 miles
    Test number
    546909883905
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass86,472 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    86,472 miles
    Test number
    664525999980
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes have been undersealed , examined where visible
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake lamp in spoiler not working
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak at first exhaust sealing flange

  10. Fail86,472 miles (+3,243)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,472 miles
    Test number
    802939149551
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose leaking n/s/f flex hose burst during brake test on RBT, serious fluid leak when brake depressed (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking n/s/f flex brake hose burst during brake test on RBT, due to fluid loss no brake effort recorded at rear axle (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes have been undersealed , examined where visible
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake lamp in spoiler not working
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak at first exhaust sealing flange

  11. Pass83,229 miles (+1,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,229 miles
    Test number
    140076694634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChassis slightly corroded all over

  12. Pass82,083 miles (+12)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,083 miles
    Test number
    809217854143
    • NoteBoth rear arches corroded
    • NoteO/s wing mirror glass cracked

  13. Fail82,071 miles (+1,201)10 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,071 miles
    Test number
    818848204182
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r arch corroding
    • NoteO/s wing mirror glass cracked
    • NoteO/s/r arch heavlly corroded

  14. Pass80,870 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,870 miles
    Test number
    117519423483
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail80,867 miles (+621)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,867 miles
    Test number
    906025623069
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass80,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,246 miles
    Test number
    108839232444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail80,246 miles (+3,371)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,246 miles
    Test number
    637654432082
    • FailureNearside Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass76,875 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    76,875 miles
    Test number
    593154240353
    • NoteBoth front wipers torn
    • NoteExhaust flanges starting to corrode
    • NoteFront discs starting to corrode
    • NoteRear discs starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight rumble at front wheels

  19. Fail76,875 miles (+2,749)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,875 miles
    Test number
    441513940476
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBelt noise at full lock
    • NoteBoth front wipers torn
    • NoteExhaust flanges starting to corrode
    • NoteFront discs starting to corrode
    • NoteRear discs starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight rumble at front wheels

  20. Pass74,126 miles (+1,444)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    74,126 miles
    Test number
    442154869467
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteWindscreen cracked out side the swept area

  21. Pass72,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    72,682 miles
    Test number
    753086538397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T556 HSO

Does T556 HSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T556 HSO is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T556 HSO?
The MOT on T556 HSO is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T556 HSO done?
T556 HSO was recorded at 95,738 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 1,301 miles a year.
Has T556 HSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T556 HSO has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T556 HSO 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 T556 HSO find?
T556 HSO passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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