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BD56 BFP

2006 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,626 mi
Last recorded129,626 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 129,626 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil And corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Sun strip fitted but not restricting drivers view

Fail 24 Mar 2023 129,626 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Lower of inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Lower of inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil And corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Sun strip fitted but not restricting drivers view

Pass 30 Mar 2022 121,914 miles

Standard exhaust fitted at time of retest

Fail 23 Mar 2022 121,912 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 112,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 112,876 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 103,652 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 92,390 miles

Standard exhaust system fitted at time of retest

Fail 20 Mar 2019 92,389 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 83,607 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 78,142 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 18 Mar 2016 70,441 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 70,432 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 60,682 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 59,043 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2013 59,043 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 55,620 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 55,620 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 51,095 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 45,871 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 32,792 miles

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

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 BFP 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 66.7%.

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 BFP, 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.

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What year was BD56 BFP registered?

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

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