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S26 CBY

2006 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

43,552 mi
Last recorded43,552 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 CBY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 43,552 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 39,220 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 36,108 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 35,875 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 34,217 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 34,206 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 31,912 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 31,905 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 29,519 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 26,034 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,799 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 22,773 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 17,838 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 17,838 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 16,557 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 15,268 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 15,268 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 13,885 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 12,445 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 11,407 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 9,515 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 7,449 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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S26 CBY is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 S26 CBY, 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

How do I check the history of S26 CBY?

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What year was S26 CBY registered?

S26 CBY is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is S26 CBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 CBY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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