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S229 YOO

2009 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,455 mi
Last recorded103,455 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS229 YOO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 103,455 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all 4 sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 102,864 miles

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 102,487 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 102,461 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 101,486 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 100,347 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 98,176 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 96,677 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 94,839 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 93,455 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 86,749 miles

rear fog lamp switch not 'marked'

handbrake readings near limit

Pass 28 Apr 2012 86,744 miles

rear fog light switch not marked ( 'teller' good )

Fail 24 Apr 2012 86,727 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

rear fog light switch not marked ( 'teller' good )

Pass 9 Apr 2011 77,347 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 66,863 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 57,506 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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S229 YOO is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc 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 S229 YOO, 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.

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What year was S229 YOO registered?

S229 YOO is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 11 June 2009.

Is S229 YOO safe to buy?

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