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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

Y202 RDFMOT history

Y202 RDF is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 117,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

Y202 RDF blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
117,988 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y202 RDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y202 RDF was last recorded at 117,988 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,981 miles · 23 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,988 miles
  • 2025 – 117,160 miles
  • 2024 – 115,743 miles
  • 2023 – 115,484 miles
  • 2022 – 113,769 miles
  • 2021 – 110,688 miles
  • 2020 – 107,676 miles
  • 2019 – 104,106 miles
  • 2018 – 101,663 miles
  • 2016 – 97,075 miles
  • 2015 – 94,185 miles
  • 2014 – 92,009 miles
  • 2013 – 89,004 miles
  • 2011 – 86,070 miles
  • 2010 – 83,039 miles
  • 2009 – 79,630 miles
  • 2008 – 75,460 miles
  • 2007 – 68,699 miles
  • 2006 – 61,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,988 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components covered in undersealRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front torear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,988 miles (+7)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    117,988 miles
    Test number
    523283316339
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered in underseal

  2. Fail117,981 miles (+821)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,981 miles
    Test number
    555103422241
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam BOTH (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered in underseal

  3. Pass117,160 miles (+1,417)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,160 miles
    Test number
    761295174631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryAll underbody undersealed
    • AdvisoryN/s/r top mount corroded

  4. Pass115,743 miles (+2)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,743 miles
    Test number
    235893967718
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front torear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill covers fitted (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMostly under side of car heavily covered in thick under seal

  5. Fail115,741 miles (+257)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,741 miles
    Test number
    408230232516
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front torear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill covers fitted (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMostly under side of car heavily covered in thick under seal

  6. Fail115,484 miles (+1,715)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,484 miles
    Test number
    796852513521
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal plastic sill covers fitted (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in waxoil

  7. Pass113,769 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,769 miles
    Test number
    468070501432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail113,750 miles (+3,062)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,750 miles
    Test number
    601595656803
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear at front to rear joining block (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass110,688 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,688 miles
    Test number
    883175057507
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail110,688 miles (+3,012)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,688 miles
    Test number
    982196203929
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass107,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,676 miles
    Test number
    681431682272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail107,676 miles (+3,570)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,676 miles
    Test number
    256674569529
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass104,106 miles (+2,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,106 miles
    Test number
    710910730084
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass101,663 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    319340389033
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail101,647 miles (+168)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,647 miles
    Test number
    757116652783
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail101,479 miles (+4,404)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,479 miles
    Test number
    953626677876
    • DangerousFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass97,075 miles (+2,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,075 miles
    Test number
    440813370972
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

  18. Pass94,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,185 miles
    Test number
    614155259516
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules ALL (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Fail94,185 miles (+2,176)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,185 miles
    Test number
    136981328258
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules ALL (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass92,009 miles (+3,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    92,009 miles
    Test number
    705368304307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass89,004 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,004 miles
    Test number
    789122513370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail88,955 miles (+2,885)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,955 miles
    Test number
    438711403342
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • 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 Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass86,070 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,070 miles
    Test number
    279269221103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail86,067 miles (+3,028)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,067 miles
    Test number
    796879921189
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass83,039 miles (+4)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,039 miles
    Test number
    180849570075
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is damaged on the sidewall

  26. Fail83,035 miles (+307)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,035 miles
    Test number
    173547270495
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is damaged on the sidewall

  27. Fail82,728 miles (+3,098)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,728 miles
    Test number
    341375210011
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

  28. Pass79,630 miles (+4,170)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    79,630 miles
    Test number
    632462729034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • NoteSports cat fitted

  29. Pass75,460 miles (+6,761)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    75,460 miles
    Test number
    141136148067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass68,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    68,699 miles
    Test number
    791584847047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail68,698 miles (+6,793)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,698 miles
    Test number
    983494047008
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  32. Pass61,905 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    61,905 miles
    Test number
    144977946021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail61,899 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,899 miles
    Test number
    482532546045
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Questions about Y202 RDF

Does Y202 RDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y202 RDF is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y202 RDF?
The MOT on Y202 RDF is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y202 RDF done?
Y202 RDF was recorded at 117,988 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 2,789 miles a year.
Has Y202 RDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y202 RDF has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y202 RDF 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 Y202 RDF find?
Y202 RDF passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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