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Subaru Impreza

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

V61 GBFMOT history

V61 GBF is a silver petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 203,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2023.

V61 GBF silver Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2024
Mileage
203,041 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V61 GBF
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
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2024
Latest MOT test
19 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V61 GBF was last recorded at 203,041 miles on 19 May 2023, 2,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,235 miles · 5 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,806 miles
Average per year
6,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 203,041 miles
  • 2022 – 200,235 miles
  • 2021 – 194,440 miles
  • 2019 – 190,261 miles
  • 2018 – 186,944 miles
  • 2017 – 179,672 miles
  • 2016 – 178,633 miles
  • 2015 – 170,379 miles
  • 2014 – 156,615 miles
  • 2013 – 146,165 miles
  • 2012 – 135,379 miles
  • 2011 – 128,098 miles
  • 2010 – 119,143 miles
  • 2008 – 106,919 miles
  • 2007 – 92,953 miles
  • 2006 – 82,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,041 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    203,041 miles
    Test number
    482532980658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail203,041 miles (+2,806)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,041 miles
    Test number
    220569057257
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass200,235 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    200,235 miles
    Test number
    330305553647
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail200,235 miles (+5,795)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,235 miles
    Test number
    450226802603
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass194,440 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    194,440 miles
    Test number
    530452600610
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general corrosion

  6. Fail194,439 miles (+4,178)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,439 miles
    Test number
    158642840697
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind rear wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general corrosion

  7. Pass190,261 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    190,261 miles
    Test number
    544016101141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail190,261 miles (+3,317)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,261 miles
    Test number
    874386171568
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass186,944 miles (+7,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    186,944 miles
    Test number
    332709827278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass179,672 miles (+1,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    179,672 miles
    Test number
    433011510491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass178,633 miles (+8,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    178,633 miles
    Test number
    677669639621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass170,379 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    170,379 miles
    Test number
    709706585010
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder tray damaged

  13. Fail170,379 miles (+13,764)14 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,379 miles
    Test number
    846066985071
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEml light on
    • NoteUnder tray damaged

  14. Pass156,615 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    156,615 miles
    Test number
    695221204168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDrivers seat base broken

  15. Fail156,615 miles (+10,450)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,615 miles
    Test number
    846820294027
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDrivers seat base broken

  16. Pass146,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    146,165 miles
    Test number
    907992993092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail146,165 miles (+10,786)2 dangerous6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,165 miles
    Test number
    935925083053
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass135,379 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    135,379 miles
    Test number
    785609382064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail135,356 miles (+7,258)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,356 miles
    Test number
    595116682069
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass128,098 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    128,098 miles
    Test number
    657612781018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail128,097 miles (+8,954)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,097 miles
    Test number
    987771081026
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edges
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteRear coil springs rusty

  22. Pass119,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    119,143 miles
    Test number
    430921090004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail119,143 miles (+12,224)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,143 miles
    Test number
    292169080085
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass106,919 miles (+5)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    106,919 miles
    Test number
    274562468477
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail106,914 miles (+13,961)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,914 miles
    Test number
    104606958173
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass92,953 miles (+278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    92,953 miles
    Test number
    541155747168
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail92,675 miles (+10,122)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,675 miles
    Test number
    700940327147
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteExhaust leaking/blowing at n/s manifold corss pipe joint. ( suspect cause of emissions failure. )
    • NoteFront wipers smear screen.
    • NoteMark in o/s/r seat belt.
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.

  28. Pass82,553 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,553 miles
    Test number
    603149256079
    • NoteSlight tear on nearside rear tyre inside wall

Questions about V61 GBF

Does V61 GBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V61 GBF expired on 18 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V61 GBF?
The MOT on V61 GBF expired on 18 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V61 GBF done?
V61 GBF was recorded at 203,041 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2023, an average of 6,998 miles a year.
Has V61 GBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V61 GBF has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V61 GBF 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 V61 GBF find?
V61 GBF passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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