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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,994 cc

V8 WRXMOT history

V8 WRX is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 15 May 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 69,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

V8 WRX blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2026
Mileage
69,045 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 WRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 May 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 WRX was last recorded at 69,045 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2011: 55,001 miles, lower than 62,427 miles on 19 Feb 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
69,041 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,045 miles
  • 2021 – 68,093 miles
  • 2018 – 67,342 miles
  • 2015 – 67,315 miles
  • 2013 – 66,955 miles
  • 2012 – 66,210 miles
  • 2011 – 55,001 miles
  • 2010 – 62,427 miles
  • 2009 – 58,916 miles
  • 2008 – 58,896 miles
  • 2007 – 54,265 miles
  • 2006 – 27,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,045 miles

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.

  • Covers fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,045 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    69,045 miles
    Test number
    211330741075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail69,041 miles (+948)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,041 miles
    Test number
    309722331549
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,093 miles (+751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    68,093 miles
    Test number
    330285693724
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted at time of test

  4. Pass67,342 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    67,342 miles
    Test number
    162917694230
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted at time of test

  5. Pass67,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,315 miles
    Test number
    928501975044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,315 miles (+360)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,315 miles
    Test number
    626181275064
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass66,955 miles (+745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,955 miles
    Test number
    798756223298
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass66,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,210 miles
    Test number
    567420032225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,210 miles (+11,209)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,210 miles
    Test number
    469625102285
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Fail55,001 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,001 miles
    Test number
    115070641140
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise front discs pitted

  11. Pass55,001 miles (-7,426)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,001 miles
    Test number
    267900841441
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise front discs pitted

  12. Pass62,427 miles (+3,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    62,427 miles
    Test number
    184960150448
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  13. Pass58,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,916 miles
    Test number
    374177339013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,916 miles (+20)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,916 miles
    Test number
    780357239095
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  15. Fail58,896 miles (+4,631)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,896 miles
    Test number
    423706738464
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front side light are partly painted over/no rear seats or seat belts

  16. Pass54,265 miles (+26,760)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    54,265 miles
    Test number
    232713437334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,505 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    27,505 miles
    Test number
    413170676111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Questions about V8 WRX

Does V8 WRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 WRX expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 WRX?
The MOT on V8 WRX expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 WRX done?
V8 WRX was recorded at 69,045 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 2,160 miles a year.
Has V8 WRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 WRX has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V8 WRX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V8 WRX find?
V8 WRX passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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