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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T871 RTNMOT history

T871 RTN is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
139,250 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T871 RTN
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T871 RTN was last recorded at 139,250 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 2,578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,672 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,578 miles
Average per year
4,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,250 miles
  • 2025 – 136,672 miles
  • 2024 – 133,770 miles
  • 2023 – 130,421 miles
  • 2017 – 130,367 miles
  • 2015 – 129,470 miles
  • 2014 – 122,235 miles
  • 2013 – 116,494 miles
  • 2012 – 101,090 miles
  • 2011 – 90,039 miles
  • 2010 – 78,427 miles
  • 2009 – 65,836 miles
  • 2008 – 62,733 miles
  • 2007 – 55,041 miles
  • 2006 – 54,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,250 miles
  • AdvisoryFront slight oil leak engine

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.

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,250 miles (+2,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    139,250 miles
    Test number
    825772539828
    • AdvisoryFront slight oil leak engine

  2. Pass136,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,672 miles
    Test number
    130284727664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail136,672 miles (+28)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,672 miles
    Test number
    986630401955
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFr brake pads rattle in reverse .
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump bung and rear main . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel - noise heard at top / boss - slight rubbing .

  4. Fail136,644 miles (+2,874)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,644 miles
    Test number
    135561186653
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass133,770 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    133,770 miles
    Test number
    208874969829
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail133,770 miles (+3,349)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,770 miles
    Test number
    202561201973
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,421 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    130,421 miles
    Test number
    959711979094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass130,367 miles (+897)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    130,367 miles
    Test number
    381202682923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,470 miles (+7,235)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    129,470 miles
    Test number
    910720873746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,235 miles (+5,741)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    122,235 miles
    Test number
    935254184241
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteWheel arches crroded

  11. Pass116,494 miles (+15,404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    336232143456
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass101,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    101,090 miles
    Test number
    308958142420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail101,090 miles (+4,331)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,090 miles
    Test number
    506177042291
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass96,759 miles (+6,720)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    96,759 miles
    Test number
    226143252148
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrakes are noisey

  15. Pass90,039 miles (+11,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    90,039 miles
    Test number
    299695071145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass78,427 miles (+12,591)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,427 miles
    Test number
    140786660150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,836 miles (+3,103)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,836 miles
    Test number
    660721689124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,733 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,733 miles
    Test number
    220359778456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail62,731 miles (+7,690)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,731 miles
    Test number
    713286478190
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass55,041 miles (+279)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,041 miles
    Test number
    410080257182
    • NoteUNDERBODY GENERALLY RUSTY

  21. Pass54,762 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    781959136100
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about T871 RTN

Does T871 RTN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T871 RTN is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T871 RTN?
The MOT on T871 RTN is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T871 RTN done?
T871 RTN was recorded at 139,250 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 4,239 miles a year.
Has T871 RTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T871 RTN has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T871 RTN 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 T871 RTN find?
T871 RTN passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front slight oil leak engine.

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