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Subaru Impreza

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

V8 RUOMOT history

V8 RUO is a black petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 10 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 152,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

V8 RUO black Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
152,258 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2021
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 RUO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 RUO was last recorded at 152,258 miles on 7 Aug 2021, 6,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,120 miles · 6 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
6,138 miles
Average per year
7,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 152,258 miles
  • 2020 – 146,120 miles
  • 2019 – 142,504 miles
  • 2017 – 132,349 miles
  • 2016 – 127,646 miles
  • 2015 – 119,993 miles
  • 2014 – 114,232 miles
  • 2013 – 106,265 miles
  • 2012 – 94,093 miles
  • 2011 – 78,896 miles
  • 2010 – 74,674 miles
  • 2009 – 67,795 miles
  • 2008 – 61,552 miles
  • 2007 – 54,295 miles
  • 2006 – 41,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    738047770193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    822901741172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass152,258 miles (+6,138)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    152,258 miles
    Test number
    387699119919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,120 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    146,120 miles
    Test number
    346692524368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass142,504 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    142,504 miles
    Test number
    944509326741
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    202963864028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    825209523749
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass132,349 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    132,349 miles
    Test number
    512663896080
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail132,345 miles (+4,699)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,345 miles
    Test number
    311058861175
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass127,646 miles (+7,653)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    127,646 miles
    Test number
    980827733001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,993 miles (+5,761)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,993 miles
    Test number
    618942395155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,232 miles (+7,967)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    114,232 miles
    Test number
    397402294178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,265 miles (+12,172)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    106,265 miles
    Test number
    729427983144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,093 miles (+321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,093 miles
    Test number
    236425892197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  15. Fail93,772 miles (+14,876)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,772 miles
    Test number
    539088282157
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  16. Pass78,896 miles (+2,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    78,896 miles
    Test number
    499622891118
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass76,615 miles (+1,941)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,615 miles
    Test number
    186855531448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,674 miles (+6,879)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    74,674 miles
    Test number
    723875520153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,795 miles (+6,243)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,795 miles
    Test number
    910577529151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,552 miles (+7,257)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,552 miles
    Test number
    603217428137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,295 miles (+13,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,295 miles
    Test number
    113654827197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass41,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,216 miles
    Test number
    872433126105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 RUO

Does V8 RUO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 RUO is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 RUO?
The MOT on V8 RUO is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 RUO done?
V8 RUO was recorded at 152,258 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2021, an average of 7,275 miles a year.
Has V8 RUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 RUO has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on V8 RUO 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 V8 RUO find?
V8 RUO passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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