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FD56 WRL

2006 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

49,145 mi
Last recorded49,145 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 WRL
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 49,145 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 47,308 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 45,199 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 43,171 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 42,019 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 40,524 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 39,861 miles

Exhaust flange (rear of catalyst) getting badly corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2019 36,826 miles

Central Front exhaust flange thin/corroded but not blowing or likely to become detached

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 36,826 miles

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

Central Front exhaust flange thin/corroded but not blowing or likely to become detached

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 33,314 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 29,810 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Jan 2017 29,810 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 23,728 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 23,089 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 21,944 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 21,212 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 20,284 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 18,961 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 16,661 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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FD56 WRL is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FD56 WRL, 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 FD56 WRL registered?

FD56 WRL is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is FD56 WRL safe to buy?

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