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SG16 VSO

2016 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,061 mi
Last recorded55,061 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Subaru Impreza54,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG16 VSO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 55,061 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 50,872 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2024 50,849 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 44,697 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 37,105 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2021 31,928 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 25,979 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 20,553 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated sticking/stiff (3.1 (c))

parking brake clicking when applied during brake test

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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SG16 VSO is a 2016 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 54,880 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 SG16 VSO, 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 10 years old, this Subaru Impreza is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SG16 VSO registered?

SG16 VSO is a 2016 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 11 April 2016.

Is SG16 VSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG16 VSO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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