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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

V42 DPKMOT history

V42 DPK is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 100,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2025.

V42 DPK blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2026
Mileage
100,111 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2025
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 DPK
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 DPK was last recorded at 100,111 miles on 25 Mar 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,100 miles · 1 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,111 miles
  • 2022 – 100,100 miles
  • 2015 – 99,770 miles
  • 2013 – 99,747 miles
  • 2012 – 99,116 miles
  • 2011 – 95,548 miles
  • 2009 – 89,558 miles
  • 2008 – 83,428 miles
  • 2007 – 79,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,111 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded but not leaking
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

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.

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

12 tests since 11 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,111 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,111 miles
    Test number
    917171758422
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  2. Pass100,100 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    100,100 miles
    Test number
    432601563060
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  3. Fail100,098 miles (+328)5 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,098 miles
    Test number
    405338313730
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding Nearside & Offside (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding Nearside & Offside (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass99,770 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,770 miles
    Test number
    468551775178
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  5. Pass99,747 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,747 miles
    Test number
    855286603283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,745 miles (+629)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,745 miles
    Test number
    559453303245
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  7. Pass99,116 miles (+3,568)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,116 miles
    Test number
    709125462091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  8. Fail95,548 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,548 miles
    Test number
    326113111078
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  9. Pass95,548 miles (+5,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    95,548 miles
    Test number
    556883311091
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Pass89,558 miles (+6,130)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    89,558 miles
    Test number
    812616819372
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAll suspension components slightly corroded

  11. Pass83,428 miles (+4,173)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    83,428 miles
    Test number
    462106448096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    79,255 miles
    Test number
    491961917056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 DPK

Does V42 DPK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 DPK expired on 24 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 DPK?
The MOT on V42 DPK expired on 24 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 DPK done?
V42 DPK was recorded at 100,111 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2025, an average of 1,146 miles a year.
Has V42 DPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 DPK has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V42 DPK 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 V42 DPK find?
V42 DPK passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust corroded but not leaking; general underbody corrosion.

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