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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

Y257 XCWMOT history

Y257 XCW is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 154,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2022.

Y257 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 14 Mar 2023
Mileage
154,111 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 XCW
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
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 XCW was last recorded at 154,111 miles on 15 Mar 2022, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Nov 2014: 123,147 miles, lower than 155,542 miles on 3 Feb 2014.

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
154,102 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
7,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 154,111 miles
  • 2021 – 152,289 miles
  • 2020 – 149,345 miles
  • 2019 – 145,023 miles
  • 2018 – 139,988 miles
  • 2017 – 135,716 miles
  • 2016 – 135,696 miles
  • 2015 – 130,282 miles
  • 2014 – 123,147 miles
  • 2013 – 105,465 miles
  • 2012 – 95,273 miles
  • 2011 – 78,618 miles
  • 2009 – 67,172 miles
  • 2008 – 60,460 miles
  • 2007 – 46,552 miles
  • 2006 – 36,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,111 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust noise levelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake performance just acceptableRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion to underbody and both inner sillsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Advise surface corrosion to N/S/R and O/S/R Inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,111 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    154,111 miles
    Test number
    157587394823
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust noise level
    • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake performance just acceptable
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion to underbody and both inner sills

  2. Fail154,102 miles (+1,813)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,102 miles
    Test number
    718645213252
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged Brake pipe kinked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust noise level
    • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake performance just acceptable
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion to underbody and both inner sills

  3. Pass152,289 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    152,289 miles
    Test number
    413618331675
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Advise poor welding to inner sill but is acceptable at this time and has been heavily undersealed

  4. Fail152,270 miles (+2,925)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,270 miles
    Test number
    586079521195
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,345 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    149,345 miles
    Test number
    319701866078
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight exhaust blow around CAT
    • AdvisoryAdvise welding to O/S/R has been heavily under sealed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Ans is also heavily cracked on the inside edge but is acceptable (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail149,286 miles (+4,263)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,286 miles
    Test number
    275884353023
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise tyre worn heavily on the inside edge

  7. Pass145,023 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    145,023 miles
    Test number
    458462314360
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion to N/S/R and O/S/R Inner sills

  8. Fail145,009 miles (+5,021)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,009 miles
    Test number
    472369816228
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering locking device missing ball joint (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion to N/S/R and O/S/R Inner sills

  9. Pass139,988 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    139,988 miles
    Test number
    198820914794
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion to rear brake pipes to junction
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Advise slight play in wheel bearing

  10. Fail139,984 miles (+4,268)1 dangerous9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,984 miles
    Test number
    892124076676
    • DangerousNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sub frame heavily corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryAdvise Rear stabiliser bushes deteriorated but are nit resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion to rear brake pipes to junction
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Advise play in wheel bearing just acceptable.

  11. Pass135,716 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    135,716 miles
    Test number
    101383325578
    • AdvisoryAdvise Binding to both rear wheels
    • AdvisoryAdvise Heavy road noise from rear of vehicle but can not determine location of noise at this time.
    • AdvisoryAdvise High level stop lamp has been disconnected
    • AdvisoryAdvise all welding has been heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front headlamp aims are just acceptable.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Advise small pin hole in C.V gaiter but is not allowing an ingress of dirt

  12. Fail135,702 miles (+6)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,702 miles
    Test number
    727926357936
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working High level stop lamp (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking Calliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryAdvise Binding to both rear wheels
    • AdvisoryAdvise Heavy road noise from rear of vehicle but can not determine location of noise at this time.
    • AdvisoryAdvise all welding has been heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Advise small pin hole in C.V gaiter but is not allowing an ingress of dirt

  13. Fail135,696 miles (+5,414)2 dangerous11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,696 miles
    Test number
    857319963533
    • DangerousAdvise Heavy road noise from rear of vehicle but cannot determine location of noise at this time
    • DangerousNearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded 2 X Rear end of mains (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight binding to both rear wheels

  14. Pass130,282 miles (+7,135)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    130,282 miles
    Test number
    236277026573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass123,147 miles (-32,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    123,147 miles
    Test number
    108931734301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass155,542 miles (+40,000)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    155,542 miles
    Test number
    665334034060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail115,542 miles (+10,077)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,542 miles
    Test number
    579311834009
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass105,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    105,465 miles
    Test number
    468610933017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail105,465 miles (+10,192)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,465 miles
    Test number
    115820933044
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

  20. Pass95,273 miles (+16,655)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    95,273 miles
    Test number
    785281132092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,618 miles (+11,446)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    156301131492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    831610759321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail67,167 miles (+6,707)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,167 miles
    Test number
    963310759331
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass60,460 miles (+7,116)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,460 miles
    Test number
    850516448362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,344 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,344 miles
    Test number
    240073908001
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass53,344 miles (+6,792)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,344 miles
    Test number
    962853308035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,552 miles (+10,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,552 miles
    Test number
    794002887083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass36,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,230 miles
    Test number
    281697376032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 XCW

Does Y257 XCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y257 XCW expired on 14 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y257 XCW?
The MOT on Y257 XCW expired on 14 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y257 XCW done?
Y257 XCW was recorded at 154,111 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2022, an average of 7,371 miles a year.
Has Y257 XCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 XCW has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y257 XCW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y257 XCW find?
Y257 XCW passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: advise exhaust noise level; advise handbrake performance just acceptable; advise surface corrosion to underbody and both inner sills.

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