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R556 PEL

2007 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,163 mi
Last recorded103,163 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2007 Subaru Impreza65,405 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 PEL
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 103,163 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both fronts have limited damping effect, nearside front has light misting (5.3.2 (b))

Front both inner track rods have play

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 102,782 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak from both joints (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both fronts have limited damping effect, nearside front has light misting (5.3.2 (b))

Front both inner track rods have play

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 1.6mm - 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 92,280 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp not working

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Also insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Constant velocity gaiter insecure but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 83,247 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 68,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s rear inner c.v gaiter perrished

Fail 12 May 2016 68,537 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s rear inner c.v gaiter perrished

Pass 25 Apr 2015 54,052 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 52,160 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 50,548 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 48,340 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 46,246 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 43,224 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 34,742 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 27,877 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 28,842 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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R556 PEL is a 2007 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2007 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 65,405 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 R556 PEL, 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 19 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R556 PEL is a 2007 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 20 March 2007.

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