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BD56 AYF

2006 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

117,848 mi
Last recorded117,848 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 117,848 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 109,913 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2024 102,049 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2023 95,498 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 89,870 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2021 82,577 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 73,776 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 73,774 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 70,416 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 68,459 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 12 May 2018 68,459 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Jun 2017 66,071 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 62,172 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 62,170 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 63,159 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 60,764 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 50,621 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 40,373 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 25,419 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 25,419 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Jan 2010 29,241 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 AYF is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AYF, 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 AYF registered?

BD56 AYF is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 November 2006.

Is BD56 AYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 AYF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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