The road tax status for S197 GGP is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for S197 GGP?

The MOT for S197 GGP is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 May 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of S197 GGP?

The recorded mileage for S197 GGP is 87,759 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S197 GGP ULEZ compliant?

No, S197 GGP 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

1998 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · S197 GGP

S197 GGP

1998 Subaru Impreza (2.0L, petrol). First registered 10/11/1998. Recorded mileage 87,759 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: SUBARU IMPREZA
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 12/05/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 87,759 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 87,759 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 1994cc

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S197 GGP Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2025
87,759 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (26 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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S197 GGP Mileage History

18/01/200649,454 mi
18/01/200649,454 mi
30/10/200750,029 mi+575 mi
31/10/200750,060 mi+31 mi
09/06/200850,555 mi+495 mi
09/06/200850,555 mi
25/09/200953,650 mi+3,095 mi
15/09/201062,793 mi+9,143 mi
23/09/201169,183 mi+6,390 mi
27/09/201169,201 mi+18 mi
05/09/201273,363 mi+4,162 mi
05/09/201273,363 mi
13/08/201475,243 mi+1,880 mi
24/02/201879,827 mi+4,584 mi
03/09/202084,444 mi+4,617 mi
08/09/202184,934 mi+490 mi
14/03/202385,360 mi+426 mi
14/05/202587,759 mi+2,399 mi

Average of roughly 1,983 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

S197 GGP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 11:35

MOT Analysis

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Subaru Impreza (S197 GGP) between January 2006 and May 2025.

The record contains 14 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 14 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (26 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 24 advisory notices are 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”.

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