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S33 SBU

2009 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

112,828 mi
Last recorded112,828 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS33 SBU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 112,828 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 Dec 2025 112,826 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 103,613 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 94,522 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 88,987 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 84,900 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 79,121 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 71,739 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 63,023 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 55,064 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 49,512 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 43,820 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 36,905 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2013 30,685 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 24,470 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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S33 SBU is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S33 SBU, 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 S33 SBU registered?

S33 SBU is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is S33 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S33 SBU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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