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S16 EEB

2009 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,286 mi
Last recorded92,286 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS16 EEB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 92,286 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 91,892 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 91,021 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 89,228 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 89,174 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear ride height level sensor broken

Pass 13 May 2021 86,574 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 79,028 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 74,541 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on tread both rears. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 67,453 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 64,948 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 55,259 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 48,560 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 39,697 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 30,245 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 30,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres cracking/perished inbetween tread.

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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S16 EEB is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S16 EEB, 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 S16 EEB registered?

S16 EEB is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is S16 EEB safe to buy?

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