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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,994 cc

Y243 XCWMOT history

Y243 XCW is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2022.

Y243 XCW blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2023
Mileage
124,821 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 XCW
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
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 XCW was last recorded at 124,821 miles on 25 Jul 2022, 7,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,616 miles · 4 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
7,205 miles
Average per year
4,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,821 miles
  • 2021 – 117,616 miles
  • 2020 – 116,859 miles
  • 2019 – 115,149 miles
  • 2018 – 109,628 miles
  • 2016 – 105,583 miles
  • 2015 – 100,780 miles
  • 2014 – 94,987 miles
  • 2013 – 93,118 miles
  • 2012 – 90,509 miles
  • 2011 – 87,374 miles
  • 2010 – 83,164 miles
  • 2009 – 73,700 miles
  • 2008 – 64,712 miles
  • 2007 – 56,627 miles
  • 2006 – 51,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,821 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.

  • Corrosion to vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,821 miles (+7,205)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    124,821 miles
    Test number
    313576703461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,616 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    117,616 miles
    Test number
    345953485453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,859 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,859 miles
    Test number
    560798113787
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle

  4. Fail116,833 miles (+1,684)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,833 miles
    Test number
    247416577900
    • MajorPosition lamp not working both front sidelights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both rear inner arches (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  5. Pass115,149 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    115,149 miles
    Test number
    555740874221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,144 miles (+5,516)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,144 miles
    Test number
    692670904678
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass109,628 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,628 miles
    Test number
    163652565818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Fail109,628 miles (+4,045)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,628 miles
    Test number
    541559824667
    • FailureOffside Front Inner 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 Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass105,583 miles (+4,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    502898170165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass100,780 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    100,780 miles
    Test number
    699436828458
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail100,780 miles (+5,793)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,780 miles
    Test number
    766926459486
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass94,987 miles (+1,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    94,987 miles
    Test number
    527754704216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass93,118 miles (+2,609)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    93,118 miles
    Test number
    259266153425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass90,509 miles (+3,135)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,509 miles
    Test number
    328975732156
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteFront side window tinting maybe too dark

  15. Pass87,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    87,374 miles
    Test number
    156209331138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail87,362 miles (+4,198)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,362 miles
    Test number
    648579431144
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass83,164 miles (+9,464)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,164 miles
    Test number
    582619100138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,700 miles (+8,988)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,700 miles
    Test number
    391200219151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,712 miles (+8,085)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    64,712 miles
    Test number
    253642018481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,627 miles (+5,598)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,627 miles
    Test number
    594653007113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    51,029 miles
    Test number
    690896856005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 XCW

Does Y243 XCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 XCW expired on 24 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 XCW?
The MOT on Y243 XCW expired on 24 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 XCW done?
Y243 XCW was recorded at 124,821 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2022, an average of 4,497 miles a year.
Has Y243 XCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 XCW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on Y243 XCW 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 Y243 XCW find?
Y243 XCW passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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