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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,994 cc

W256 VGKMOT history

W256 VGK is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 7 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 77,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

W256 VGK blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
77,629 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 VGK
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
7 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 VGK was last recorded at 77,629 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,593 miles · 24 May 2024
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
1,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,629 miles
  • 2024 – 77,593 miles
  • 2023 – 76,966 miles
  • 2020 – 73,612 miles
  • 2012 – 64,616 miles
  • 2011 – 61,692 miles
  • 2010 – 58,701 miles
  • 2009 – 56,138 miles
  • 2008 – 54,248 miles
  • 2007 – 52,357 miles
  • 2006 – 48,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,629 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides front and both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places and under sealer on (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,629 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    394119208308
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides front and both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places and under sealer on (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass77,593 miles (+627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    77,593 miles
    Test number
    445947756739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing and getting low to nearing 2mm
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass76,966 miles (+3,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    76,966 miles
    Test number
    209483195632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing edges
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass73,612 miles (+8,996)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,612 miles
    Test number
    407980575492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,616 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,616 miles
    Test number
    759776632183
    • NoteOriginal catalyic converter fitted at time of test
  6. Fail64,616 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,616 miles
    Test number
    788826532131
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOriginal catalyic converter fitted at time of test
  7. Fail64,600 miles (+2,908)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,600 miles
    Test number
    659246332194
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  8. Pass61,692 miles (+2,991)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    61,692 miles
    Test number
    349769931111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,701 miles (+2,563)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,701 miles
    Test number
    231718130440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,138 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,138 miles
    Test number
    962458909129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,248 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,248 miles
    Test number
    801863818195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,357 miles (+3,708)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,357 miles
    Test number
    311147717149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,649 miles
    Test number
    203304416180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W256 VGK

Does W256 VGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W256 VGK is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on W256 VGK?
The MOT on W256 VGK is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W256 VGK done?
W256 VGK was recorded at 77,629 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 1,434 miles a year.
Has W256 VGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 VGK has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2012.
Has the mileage on W256 VGK 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 W256 VGK find?
W256 VGK passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; front coil spring corroded both sides front and both sides rear; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places and under sealer on.

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