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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,994 cc

Y285 BELMOT history

Y285 BEL is a silver petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 150,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y285 BEL silver Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
150,131 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 BEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 BEL was last recorded at 150,131 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 4,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,777 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,354 miles
Average per year
4,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,131 miles
  • 2025 – 145,777 miles
  • 2024 – 140,422 miles
  • 2022 – 140,275 miles
  • 2021 – 139,134 miles
  • 2019 – 136,842 miles
  • 2018 – 134,571 miles
  • 2017 – 132,168 miles
  • 2016 – 129,248 miles
  • 2015 – 124,905 miles
  • 2014 – 117,384 miles
  • 2013 – 111,011 miles
  • 2012 – 105,088 miles
  • 2011 – 99,582 miles
  • 2010 – 93,671 miles
  • 2009 – 89,197 miles
  • 2008 – 84,095 miles
  • 2007 – 76,883 miles
  • 2006 – 67,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,131 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,131 miles (+4,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    150,131 miles
    Test number
    845080136029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass145,777 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    145,777 miles
    Test number
    600472653094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail145,777 miles (+5,355)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,777 miles
    Test number
    873839341400
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass140,422 miles (+147)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    140,422 miles
    Test number
    431055901462
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively bothside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,275 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    140,275 miles
    Test number
    888766961586
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail140,275 miles (+1,141)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,275 miles
    Test number
    736990689663
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass139,134 miles (+2,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    139,134 miles
    Test number
    431892632495
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass136,842 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    136,842 miles
    Test number
    729765385466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail136,841 miles (+2,270)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,841 miles
    Test number
    120678988388
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass134,571 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    134,571 miles
    Test number
    549559875140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail134,517 miles (+2,349)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,517 miles
    Test number
    761640964030
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear REAR PADS GETTING LOW

  12. Pass132,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    132,168 miles
    Test number
    292879337592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,168 miles (+2,920)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,168 miles
    Test number
    792104048485
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass129,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    129,248 miles
    Test number
    998853459820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail129,248 miles (+4,343)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,248 miles
    Test number
    535116465851
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass124,905 miles (+7,521)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    124,905 miles
    Test number
    468771865020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,384 miles (+6,373)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    117,384 miles
    Test number
    459389654094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass111,011 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    111,011 miles
    Test number
    875618203073
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail111,011 miles (+5,923)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,011 miles
    Test number
    116738103484
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass105,088 miles (+5,506)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,088 miles
    Test number
    169992362405
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise front brake pads starting to wear low

  21. Pass99,582 miles (+5,911)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,582 miles
    Test number
    779450891022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBOTH REAR DROP LINKS WORN

  22. Pass93,671 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    93,671 miles
    Test number
    212807750019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail93,671 miles (+4,474)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,671 miles
    Test number
    773936550056
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass89,197 miles (+5,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    89,197 miles
    Test number
    234068379062
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass84,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    84,095 miles
    Test number
    180376868014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail84,095 miles (+7,212)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,095 miles
    Test number
    861056268022
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISC ON 22MM WEAR LIMIT

  27. Pass76,883 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,883 miles
    Test number
    890441567088
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS LOW FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN AND LIPPED

  28. Fail76,881 miles (+9,305)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,881 miles
    Test number
    900141967043
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  29. Pass67,576 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    67,576 miles
    Test number
    612288366037
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront no plate broken

Questions about Y285 BEL

Does Y285 BEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y285 BEL is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y285 BEL?
The MOT on Y285 BEL is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y285 BEL done?
Y285 BEL was recorded at 150,131 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 4,016 miles a year.
Has Y285 BEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 BEL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y285 BEL 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 Y285 BEL find?
Y285 BEL passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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