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BT56 VWV

2006 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,942 mi
Last recorded35,942 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 VWV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 35,942 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 11 Apr 2025 35,942 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 2 Apr 2024 35,807 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 35,669 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 2 x rear upper shocker mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

full under side light corrosion

Fail 23 Mar 2023 35,667 miles

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 2 x rear inner quarters (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 2 x rear upper shocker mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

full under side light corrosion

Pass 24 Mar 2022 35,489 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security full under side of vehicle light corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 35,332 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 35,045 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 34,616 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 34,150 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 33,650 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 31,883 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 30,993 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 29,310 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 27,599 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 25,768 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 23,130 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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BT56 VWV is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 BT56 VWV, 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 BT56 VWV registered?

BT56 VWV is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is BT56 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT56 VWV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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