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Subaru Impreza

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T889 LYBMOT history

T889 LYB is a silver petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 14 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 86,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
86,992 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 LYB
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
14 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T889 LYB was last recorded at 86,992 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,991 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,992 miles
  • 2024 – 86,991 miles
  • 2021 – 85,989 miles
  • 2018 – 85,868 miles
  • 2015 – 83,179 miles
  • 2013 – 79,318 miles
  • 2012 – 75,756 miles
  • 2011 – 71,668 miles
  • 2008 – 65,497 miles
  • 2007 – 59,800 miles
  • 2006 – 49,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,992 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,992 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    86,992 miles
    Test number
    328308296733
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail86,992 miles (+1)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,992 miles
    Test number
    771712899014
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass86,991 miles (+1,002)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,991 miles
    Test number
    208502694569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,989 miles (+121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,989 miles
    Test number
    207349393875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,868 miles (+2,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,868 miles
    Test number
    900147929043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion on floor and sills
    • AdvisoryBoth rear registration plate lamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes and fuel pipes corroded

  6. Pass83,179 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,179 miles
    Test number
    612229465302
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail83,175 miles (+3,857)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,175 miles
    Test number
    178917865303
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort both sides (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working both sides (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass79,318 miles (+3,562)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,318 miles
    Test number
    126732123144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,756 miles (+4,088)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,756 miles
    Test number
    979684442005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,668 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,668 miles
    Test number
    375483211042
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit
    • NoteStrips in windscreen
    • NoteWindscreen cracked

  11. Fail71,668 miles2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,668 miles
    Test number
    766410111050
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit
    • NoteStrips in windscreen
    • NoteWindscreen cracked

  12. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    104448610033
    • AdvisoryRear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  13. Pass65,497 miles (+5,697)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    65,497 miles
    Test number
    333755258326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,800 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,800 miles
    Test number
    302564657347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inside edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside front tyre, not reaching cords

  15. Fail59,799 miles (+6,174)6 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,799 miles
    Test number
    534902657308
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inside edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside front tyre, not reaching cords

  16. Pass53,625 miles (+3,863)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    53,625 miles
    Test number
    854029327004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    49,762 miles
    Test number
    120171226477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T889 LYB

Does T889 LYB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T889 LYB expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T889 LYB?
The MOT on T889 LYB expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T889 LYB done?
T889 LYB was recorded at 86,992 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 1,902 miles a year.
Has T889 LYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 LYB has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T889 LYB 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 T889 LYB find?
T889 LYB passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; rear fuel pipe/s corroded; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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