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HC16 XXX

2018 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,526 mi
Last recorded88,526 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Subaru Impreza34,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC16 XXX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 88,526 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system lamp displayed constantly

Pass 6 Sep 2024 82,257 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 76,326 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Sill is damaged

Pass 5 Apr 2022 71,987 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 53,110 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 53,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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HC16 XXX is a 2018 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 34,538 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 HC16 XXX, 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 8 years old, this Subaru Impreza is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HC16 XXX registered?

HC16 XXX is a 2018 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is HC16 XXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC16 XXX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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