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BT07 LRK

2007 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

85,093 mi
Last recorded85,093 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Subaru Impreza65,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT07 LRK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 85,093 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear general rust on underside and suspension

Fail 3 Dec 2025 85,081 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Spring securing base corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Spring securing base corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Piece of wheel rim missing

Pass 28 Nov 2024 82,183 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all perished/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear brake back plates rusted badly

Rear propshaft mounting axle unit bush nearside worn /soft

Rear suspension components all rusted and rubber bushes worn

Pass 24 Nov 2023 80,395 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 78,334 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 78,334 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 76,547 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted curb damage to outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

rear silencer corroded

Fail 25 Nov 2021 76,541 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted curb damage to outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

rear silencer corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2020 73,629 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 73,629 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 69,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 63,360 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated insecure (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front wheel rim damaged

Pass 22 Nov 2017 56,451 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged wheel rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 50,628 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt clip loose (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 43,755 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 38,252 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 38,252 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 34,886 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 31,054 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 26,937 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 22,383 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 20,911 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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BT07 LRK is a 2007 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2007 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 65,405 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 BT07 LRK, 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 19 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT07 LRK registered?

BT07 LRK is a 2007 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 24 July 2007.

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