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Subaru Impreza

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,597 cc

Y297 LANMOT history

Y297 LAN is a blue petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 103,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2022.

Y297 LAN blue Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2023
Mileage
103,107 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 LAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 LAN was last recorded at 103,107 miles on 6 Jul 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 May 2017: 106,524 miles, lower than 110,725 miles on 12 Jul 2016.
  • 6 Sept 2021: 103,055 miles, lower than 109,675 miles on 5 Dec 2019.

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
103,106 miles · 23 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,107 miles
  • 2021 – 103,055 miles
  • 2019 – 109,675 miles
  • 2018 – 108,454 miles
  • 2017 – 106,524 miles
  • 2016 – 110,725 miles
  • 2015 – 108,534 miles
  • 2014 – 103,149 miles
  • 2013 – 97,652 miles
  • 2012 – 94,644 miles
  • 2011 – 90,351 miles
  • 2010 – 86,262 miles
  • 2009 – 81,357 miles
  • 2008 – 77,370 miles
  • 2007 – 72,902 miles
  • 2006 – 67,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,107 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryHead lamp lens slightly cloudyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Front Position lamp incorrect colour both nearside and offside

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside link bushes and also D bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside trailing arm bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear differential slightly rough when rotated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front tyre wearing inner edge

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,107 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    103,107 miles
    Test number
    708672106999
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHead lamp lens slightly cloudy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,106 miles (+51)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,106 miles
    Test number
    963711811289
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHead lamp lens slightly cloudy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail103,055 miles (-6,620)1 dangerous11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,055 miles
    Test number
    959839755648
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check both rear wheel bearing due to excessive binding

  4. Pass109,675 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,675 miles
    Test number
    567699312529
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside link bushes and also D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential slightly rough when rotated

  5. Fail109,675 miles (+1,221)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,675 miles
    Test number
    560433372991
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside link bushes and also D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential slightly rough when rotated

  6. Pass108,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,454 miles
    Test number
    313761238880
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear differential slightly rough when rotating

  7. Fail108,454 miles (+1,930)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,454 miles
    Test number
    296327013467
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear differential slightly rough when rotating

  8. Pass106,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,524 miles
    Test number
    144999292436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail106,524 miles (-4,201)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,524 miles
    Test number
    618237525197
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  10. Pass110,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    110,725 miles
    Test number
    908343149494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,725 miles (+2,191)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,725 miles
    Test number
    422091334345
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  12. Pass108,534 miles (+5,385)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,534 miles
    Test number
    426905115113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,149 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,149 miles
    Test number
    265369834444
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Fail103,149 miles (+5,497)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,149 miles
    Test number
    579339134185
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass97,652 miles (+3,008)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,652 miles
    Test number
    206124543405
    • NoteBoth rear tryres cracking
    • NoteNearside front tyres wearing edges

  16. Pass94,644 miles (+4,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,644 miles
    Test number
    215173352153
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass90,351 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    90,351 miles
    Test number
    557628541108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,262 miles (+12)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    86,262 miles
    Test number
    264972850401
    • DangerousOffside front tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteChild seat fitted nearside rear
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split

  19. Fail86,250 miles (+4,893)2 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,250 miles
    Test number
    844879540160
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside front tyre wearing inner edge
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted nearside rear
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split

  20. Pass81,357 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    81,357 miles
    Test number
    362149349111
    • NoteNoisey wheel bearing ?

  21. Fail81,357 miles (+3,987)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,357 miles
    Test number
    402929849160
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNoisey wheel bearing ?

  22. Pass77,370 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    77,370 miles
    Test number
    601222558184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail77,364 miles (+4,462)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,364 miles
    Test number
    254748948186
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass72,902 miles (+5,304)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    72,902 miles
    Test number
    572980527184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,598 miles
    Test number
    853619816197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 LAN

Does Y297 LAN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 LAN expired on 5 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 LAN?
The MOT on Y297 LAN expired on 5 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 LAN done?
Y297 LAN was recorded at 103,107 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2022, an average of 2,194 miles a year.
Has Y297 LAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 LAN has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on Y297 LAN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y297 LAN find?
Y297 LAN passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2022 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; head lamp lens slightly cloudy; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 2 more.

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