The road tax status for R356 ABT is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R356 ABT?

The MOT for R356 ABT is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R356 ABT?

The recorded mileage for R356 ABT is 143,094 km, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R356 ABT ULEZ compliant?

No, R356 ABT does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1997 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · R356 ABT

R356 ABT

1997 Subaru Impreza (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/09/1997. Recorded mileage 143,094 km. MOT valid until 23/08/2027.

Make & Model: SUBARU IMPREZA
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 23/08/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Odometer: 143,094 km
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 23/08/2027

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Odometer: 143,094 km
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1995cc

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R356 ABT Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
143,094 km recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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R356 ABT Odometer History

28/04/2023137,907 km
28/04/2023137,907 km
03/05/2024138,798 km+891 km
09/05/2025140,346 km+1,548 km
25/08/2026143,094 km+2,748 km

Average of roughly 1,559 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R356 ABT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 05:55

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Subaru Impreza (R356 ABT) between April 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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