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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

V53 DCNMOT history

V53 DCN is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

V53 DCN blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
108,777 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 DCN
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
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 DCN was last recorded at 108,777 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 2,274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,503 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,274 miles
Average per year
2,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,777 miles
  • 2025 – 106,503 miles
  • 2024 – 105,332 miles
  • 2023 – 104,605 miles
  • 2021 – 104,594 miles
  • 2019 – 101,099 miles
  • 2018 – 96,958 miles
  • 2017 – 93,537 miles
  • 2016 – 90,841 miles
  • 2015 – 85,618 miles
  • 2014 – 81,408 miles
  • 2013 – 76,806 miles
  • 2012 – 73,766 miles
  • 2011 – 71,041 miles
  • 2010 – 68,104 miles
  • 2009 – 65,220 miles
  • 2008 – 61,502 miles
  • 2007 – 57,665 miles
  • 2006 – 53,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,777 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bushes are perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Upper Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,777 miles (+2,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    108,777 miles
    Test number
    888275848600
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bushes are perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,503 miles (+1,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    106,503 miles
    Test number
    424145412973
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bushes are perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,332 miles (+727)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    105,332 miles
    Test number
    302848534289
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes are perished.
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded, nearside is taped over.

  4. Pass104,605 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    104,605 miles
    Test number
    231095838715
    • AdvisoryNearside rear strut turret slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes cracking. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches are corroded, nearside is taped over.
    • AdvisorySills showing signs of corrosion (plastic sill covers fitted).

  5. Fail104,594 miles (+3,495)2 dangerous9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,594 miles
    Test number
    915009003191
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust joint deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear discs are corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush cracked/perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear strut turret corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush cracked/perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryRear of outer sills corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches are corroded, no sharp edges at the time of test.

  6. Pass101,099 miles (+4,141)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,099 miles
    Test number
    386944270533
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake lever.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail in the tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass96,958 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,958 miles
    Test number
    207494369879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,537 miles (+2,696)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,537 miles
    Test number
    398595257508
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to 3mm.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn off on both edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass90,841 miles (+5,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,841 miles
    Test number
    287913629364
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on both edges.
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass85,618 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    85,618 miles
    Test number
    256974535442
    • NoteFront discs are in poor condition on inner surface and pads are wearing low.

  11. Fail85,610 miles (+4,202)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,610 miles
    Test number
    258173435453
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs are in poor condition on inner surface and pads are wearing low.

  12. Pass81,408 miles (+4,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,408 miles
    Test number
    877470334117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass76,806 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,806 miles
    Test number
    715500433196
    • NoteInner surface of nearside front disc corroded and pitted.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to between 2 and 3mm.

  14. Fail76,798 miles (+3,032)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,798 miles
    Test number
    565910433114
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteInner surface of nearside front disc corroded and pitted.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to between 2 and 3mm.

  15. Pass73,766 miles (+2,725)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,766 miles
    Test number
    397651632190
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  16. Pass71,041 miles (+2,937)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,041 miles
    Test number
    997480631124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,104 miles (+2,884)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    68,104 miles
    Test number
    523531330119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,220 miles (+3,718)8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,220 miles
    Test number
    573351429038
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteHand brake - O/S & N/S rear casings outters slightly corroded
    • NoteOIL LEAK - REAR DIFF SEALS
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass61,502 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    61,502 miles
    Test number
    991525728039
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Fail61,491 miles (+3,826)2 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,491 miles
    Test number
    182914028476
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass57,665 miles (+4,301)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    57,665 miles
    Test number
    181029717048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    53,364 miles
    Test number
    231866916051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V53 DCN

Does V53 DCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V53 DCN is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V53 DCN?
The MOT on V53 DCN is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V53 DCN done?
V53 DCN was recorded at 108,777 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 2,681 miles a year.
Has V53 DCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 DCN has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on V53 DCN 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 V53 DCN find?
V53 DCN passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear trailing arm bushes are perished..

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