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Subaru Impreza

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,994 cc

Y29 WRXMOT history

Y29 WRX is a black petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 18 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 159,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2024.

Y29 WRX black Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2025
Mileage
159,115 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 WRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 WRX was last recorded at 159,115 miles on 19 Jan 2024, 1,481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,634 miles · 23 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,481 miles
Average per year
6,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 159,115 miles
  • 2023 – 157,634 miles
  • 2022 – 154,948 miles
  • 2021 – 152,037 miles
  • 2020 – 149,023 miles
  • 2019 – 143,571 miles
  • 2018 – 136,723 miles
  • 2017 – 130,610 miles
  • 2016 – 120,067 miles
  • 2015 – 107,528 miles
  • 2014 – 105,815 miles
  • 2013 – 97,423 miles
  • 2012 – 88,844 miles
  • 2011 – 80,383 miles
  • 2010 – 71,985 miles
  • 2009 – 64,112 miles
  • 2008 – 56,221 miles
  • 2007 – 48,859 miles
  • 2006 – 39,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,115 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x4 (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,115 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    159,115 miles
    Test number
    891749486116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail159,114 miles (+1,480)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,114 miles
    Test number
    115327482256
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    157,634 miles
    Test number
    195850457033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail157,634 miles (+2,686)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,634 miles
    Test number
    630161347726
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,948 miles (+2,911)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    154,948 miles
    Test number
    811291094968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass152,037 miles (+3,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    152,037 miles
    Test number
    583025600012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at the junction where they go in to the floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass149,023 miles (+5,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,023 miles
    Test number
    210427275581
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material where all four to the rear meet slight corrosion also covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass143,571 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    143,571 miles
    Test number
    645479884319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail143,349 miles (+6,626)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,349 miles
    Test number
    840961800725
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass136,723 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    136,723 miles
    Test number
    656096808004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 pipe slightly corroded x4 (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail136,723 miles (+6,113)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,723 miles
    Test number
    119794049994
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 pipe slightly corroded x4 (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass130,610 miles (+10,543)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    130,610 miles
    Test number
    555451646278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,067 miles (+12,539)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    120,067 miles
    Test number
    796906607101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,528 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,528 miles
    Test number
    928013025062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail107,527 miles (+1,712)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    725032825066
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass105,815 miles (+8,392)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,815 miles
    Test number
    599840634211
    • NoteCill covers fitted
    • NoteO/s front tyre has small cut

  17. Fail97,423 miles3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    549578713225
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass97,423 miles (+8,579)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    606438313217
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass88,844 miles (+8,461)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    88,844 miles
    Test number
    307949122227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust very rusty

  20. Pass80,383 miles (+8,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    80,383 miles
    Test number
    655080131210
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass71,985 miles (+7,873)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,985 miles
    Test number
    143046430256
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteO/s inner drive shaft boot split

  22. Pass64,112 miles (+1,084)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    64,112 miles
    Test number
    330026839242
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass63,028 miles (+6,807)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,028 miles
    Test number
    160854309181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass56,221 miles (+7,362)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,221 miles
    Test number
    341435608190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,859 miles (+9,121)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,859 miles
    Test number
    202772607434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    331586196035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y29 WRX

Does Y29 WRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y29 WRX expired on 22 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y29 WRX?
The MOT on Y29 WRX expired on 22 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y29 WRX done?
Y29 WRX was recorded at 159,115 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2024, an average of 6,711 miles a year.
Has Y29 WRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 WRX has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y29 WRX 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 Y29 WRX find?
Y29 WRX passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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