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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

V35 EJHMOT history

V35 EJH is a green petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 11 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 238,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2024.

V35 EJH green Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2024
Mileage
238,747 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2024
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V35 EJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V35 EJH was last recorded at 238,747 miles on 26 Jul 2024, 1,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jun 2010: 167,121 miles, lower than 176,449 miles on 7 Jun 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
237,175 miles · 28 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,572 miles
Average per year
6,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 238,747 miles
  • 2023 – 237,175 miles
  • 2022 – 235,109 miles
  • 2021 – 233,353 miles
  • 2018 – 228,968 miles
  • 2017 – 222,016 miles
  • 2016 – 213,739 miles
  • 2015 – 202,687 miles
  • 2014 – 195,693 miles
  • 2013 – 188,665 miles
  • 2012 – 181,797 miles
  • 2011 – 176,617 miles
  • 2010 – 167,121 miles
  • 2009 – 156,487 miles
  • 2008 – 152,304 miles
  • 2007 – 139,765 miles
  • 2006 – 127,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail238,747 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip Loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to Middle Joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail238,747 miles (+1,572)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,747 miles
    Test number
    139662867248
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip Loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to Middle Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass237,175 miles (+2,066)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    237,175 miles
    Test number
    327865070134
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass235,109 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    235,109 miles
    Test number
    471657097633
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail235,101 miles (+20)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,101 miles
    Test number
    916451198701
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail235,081 miles (+84)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,081 miles
    Test number
    139651217399
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are insecure and chafing on suspension strut
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake hose slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe heavily corroded

  6. Fail234,997 miles (+1,644)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,997 miles
    Test number
    573349688931
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass233,353 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    233,353 miles
    Test number
    344672739333
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas to underside. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail233,345 miles (+4,377)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,345 miles
    Test number
    493876634482
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass228,968 miles (+18)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    228,968 miles
    Test number
    665801024501
    • AdvisoryAll rear subframe bushes perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySome damage to offside and nearside outer sills where visible

  10. Fail228,950 miles (+6,934)3 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,950 miles
    Test number
    331668938799
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll rear subframe bushes perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySome damage to offside and nearside outer sills where visible

  11. Pass222,016 miles (+8,277)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    222,016 miles
    Test number
    792003682456
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySome damage to off side and near side outer sills where visible

  12. Pass213,739 miles (+11,052)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    213,739 miles
    Test number
    826325733209
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySome damage to nearside rear outer sill

  13. Pass202,687 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    202,687 miles
    Test number
    122179108920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySome damage to the nearside rear outer sill
    • AdvisorySome general underbody corrosion

  14. Fail202,672 miles (+6,979)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,672 miles
    Test number
    435578048521
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySome damage to the nearside rear outer sill
    • AdvisorySome general underbody corrosion

  15. Pass195,693 miles (+30)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    195,693 miles
    Test number
    499329044446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSome damage to both outer sills
    • NoteSome general underbody corrosion

  16. Fail195,663 miles (+6,998)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,663 miles
    Test number
    169633764151
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSome wear on both front brake discs

  17. Pass188,665 miles (+6,868)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    188,665 miles
    Test number
    637086153113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSome wear on both front brake discs
    • NoteSome wear on both rear tyres inner edges

  18. Pass181,797 miles (+13)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    181,797 miles
    Test number
    627217562130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  19. Fail181,784 miles (+5,167)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,784 miles
    Test number
    825843762133
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSome wear on front brake discs

  20. Pass176,617 miles (+9,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    176,617 miles
    Test number
    225838551135
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass167,121 miles (-9,328)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    167,121 miles
    Test number
    973990460113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail176,449 miles (+19,962)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,449 miles
    Test number
    903128250129
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteGeneral underbody surface corrosion
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSome damage to off side front floor and sill

  23. Pass156,487 miles (+4,183)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    156,487 miles
    Test number
    242610369111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBraded brake hoses fitted

  24. Pass152,304 miles (+12,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    152,304 miles
    Test number
    732251568111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass139,765 miles (+11,858)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    139,765 miles
    Test number
    384709657124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass127,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    127,907 miles
    Test number
    290093966189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail127,907 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,907 miles
    Test number
    484287356113
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about V35 EJH

Does V35 EJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V35 EJH expired on 3 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V35 EJH?
The MOT on V35 EJH expired on 3 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V35 EJH done?
V35 EJH was recorded at 238,747 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2024, an average of 6,111 miles a year.
Has V35 EJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V35 EJH has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V35 EJH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V35 EJH find?
V35 EJH failed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2024 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 6 more.

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