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FE09 SXL

2009 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

107,762 mi
Last recorded107,762 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE09 SXL
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 107,762 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 101,961 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 95,495 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 91,573 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 87,709 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 84,840 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2019 79,710 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 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2018 74,003 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 66,155 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2016 57,388 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 48,575 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 42,894 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 35,888 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2013 35,888 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 28,626 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 28,636 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FE09 SXL is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 62,957 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 FE09 SXL, 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 17 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 FE09 SXL registered?

FE09 SXL is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is FE09 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE09 SXL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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