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CB56 SUB

2006 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,257 mi
Last recorded82,257 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCB56 SUB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 82,257 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 82,169 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to subframe corrosion (1.2.1 (g))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 82,167 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed braided (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 80,348 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 79,852 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower metal wheel arch heavily deteriorated but not structurally impaired

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Metal wheel arch heavily deteriorated but no structurally impaired

Offside Rear disc brake backing plate corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2018 78,525 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 74,142 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 71,491 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 64,545 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 56,122 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 43,799 miles

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

brake discs scored

Pass 30 Mar 2012 39,107 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 34,245 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 31,075 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 30,949 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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CB56 SUB is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CB56 SUB, 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 CB56 SUB registered?

CB56 SUB is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is CB56 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CB56 SUB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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