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S26 RKA

2007 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

79,183 mi
Last recorded79,183 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Subaru Impreza65,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 RKA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 79,183 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Both Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 78,903 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 78,419 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 77,990 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 76,189 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 75,836 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 75,177 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 75,177 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 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))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 73,939 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 72,305 miles

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

emissions eratic

Pass 12 Apr 2016 69,997 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 69,997 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 66,945 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 60,434 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 58,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2012 47,044 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 27,468 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 27,468 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 15,604 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 RKA is a 2007 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S26 RKA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S26 RKA registered?

S26 RKA is a 2007 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 25 June 2007.

Is S26 RKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 RKA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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