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BD56 AYB

2006 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

77,013 mi
Last recorded77,013 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 AYB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 77,013 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 75,681 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 75,046 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 74,629 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 73,911 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 72,482 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 68,025 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 64,477 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 62,168 miles

Central Exhaust joint is blowing

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

front wiper blades are smearing

Pass 20 Oct 2016 54,371 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 54,371 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 53,781 miles

Front wipers smear

Nearside Front lower arm ball joint has slight free play

Pass 13 May 2015 50,042 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 May 2014 45,387 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 May 2014 45,387 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,178 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 40,153 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 40,153 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 33,483 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 18,780 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?

Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,996
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
72,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,062
Registration plate lamp not working 19,494
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,247
position lamp(s) not working 16,099
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15,281
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BD56 AYB is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 69,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD56 AYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 20 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD56 AYB registered?

BD56 AYB is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is BD56 AYB safe to buy?

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