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Subaru Impreza

Blue and Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T953 DHYMOT history

T953 DHY is a blue and grey petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 111,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2023
Mileage
111,743 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T953 DHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T953 DHY was last recorded at 111,743 miles on 11 Oct 2023, 618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,125 miles · 4 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
618 miles
Average per year
1,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,743 miles
  • 2022 – 111,125 miles
  • 2021 – 110,591 miles
  • 2020 – 110,071 miles
  • 2019 – 109,683 miles
  • 2016 – 108,833 miles
  • 2015 – 106,775 miles
  • 2014 – 105,595 miles
  • 2013 – 104,371 miles
  • 2012 – 102,844 miles
  • 2011 – 101,553 miles
  • 2010 – 99,639 miles
  • 2009 – 97,219 miles
  • 2008 – 94,108 miles
  • 2007 – 89,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,743 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis leg and outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis leg and outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • 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 Max level .20 / Actual reading 2.10 (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General under vehicle corrosion to body, chassis and suspension . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • General under vehicle corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,743 miles (+618)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,743 miles
    Test number
    471340542899
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis leg and outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis leg and outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Max level .20 / Actual reading 2.10 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General under vehicle corrosion to body, chassis and suspension . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass111,125 miles (+534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,125 miles
    Test number
    621520635123
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General under vehicle corrosion to body and Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass110,591 miles (+520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,591 miles
    Test number
    594944600218
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  4. Pass110,071 miles (+388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    110,071 miles
    Test number
    181969386913
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corrosion
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass109,683 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,683 miles
    Test number
    453402270542
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corrosion

  6. Fail109,617 miles (+784)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,617 miles
    Test number
    831642609272
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill / Under Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill / Under Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corrosion

  7. Pass108,833 miles (+2,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    108,833 miles
    Test number
    532827799745
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel high (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryAll under vehicle surface rust

  8. Pass106,775 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,775 miles
    Test number
    209688039889
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes greased

  9. Fail106,775 miles (+1,180)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,775 miles
    Test number
    593081466954
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes greased

  10. Pass105,595 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    105,595 miles
    Test number
    599186634346
    • NoteRear brake pipes greased

  11. Fail105,595 miles (+1,224)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,595 miles
    Test number
    858615834338
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear brake pipes greased

  12. Pass104,371 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    104,371 miles
    Test number
    648904333390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,844 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    102,844 miles
    Test number
    588162322333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,553 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    101,553 miles
    Test number
    345113821321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass99,639 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    99,639 miles
    Test number
    990273040356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail99,636 miles (+2,417)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,636 miles
    Test number
    944302240367
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  17. Pass97,219 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    97,219 miles
    Test number
    364573649335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail94,108 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,108 miles
    Test number
    340503548336
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 75% worn?

  19. Pass94,108 miles (+4,772)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    94,108 miles
    Test number
    442423048465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 75% worn?

  20. Pass89,336 miles (+4,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    89,336 miles
    Test number
    430051657382
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass84,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    84,927 miles
    Test number
    163899207001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail84,927 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,927 miles
    Test number
    954669607042
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about T953 DHY

Does T953 DHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T953 DHY expired on 10 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T953 DHY?
The MOT on T953 DHY expired on 10 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T953 DHY done?
T953 DHY was recorded at 111,743 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2023, an average of 1,601 miles a year.
Has T953 DHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T953 DHY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T953 DHY 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 T953 DHY find?
T953 DHY failed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 2 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis leg and outrigger; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis leg and outrigger; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 3 more.

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