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RV56 GXG

2006 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

164,137 mi
Last recorded164,137 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 GXG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 164,137 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 164,012 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 163,999 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 162,411 miles

Coolant leak ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 162,392 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 162,314 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 162,277 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))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Feb 2021 162,700 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush noisy (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached coil over locking nut not tightened (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached coil over locking nut tightened (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint modification unsafe touching casing (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both outer sills got covers on

Pass 22 Nov 2019 152,964 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust deteriorating.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 141,780 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 127,764 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 25 Nov 2016 116,117 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and undertrays fitted to vehicle obscuring some components

heavy corrosion rear exhaust hangers

Fail 25 Nov 2016 116,117 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and undertrays fitted to vehicle obscuring some components

heavy corrosion rear exhaust hangers

Pass 2 Dec 2015 104,286 miles

objects removed from screen

under trays

Pass 3 Dec 2014 91,782 miles

Exhaust system corroded

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

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

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

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

Slight play in n/s tie rod

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2013 79,252 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 6,660 miles

tested in the wet

Pass 23 Nov 2011 55,904 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

inner front and rear pads could not be seen to be tested

Pass 2 Dec 2010 45,289 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 34,836 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

screen is chipped and cracked.

Pass 23 Nov 2009 34,836 miles

screen is chipped and cracked.

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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RV56 GXG is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 RV56 GXG, 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 RV56 GXG registered?

RV56 GXG is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is RV56 GXG safe to buy?

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