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SG57 GLJ

2007 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

71,219 mi
Last recorded71,219 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Subaru Impreza65,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG57 GLJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 71,219 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 71,026 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 70,634 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 12 Oct 2021 68,616 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 67,154 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 67,153 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 31 Jul 2020 67,136 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Outer Sill covers fitted at time of test. Unable to fully inspect

Pass 7 Aug 2019 65,840 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 64,075 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 64,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2017 61,402 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2016 58,588 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 86,664 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

advise bonnet was hard to close would recommend it needs serviced

Pass 14 May 2015 53,497 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Non standard exhaust fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Upgraded brakes fitted

Upgraded suspension fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2014 55,478 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 44,092 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 36,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2011 28,731 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 24,214 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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SG57 GLJ is a 2007 Subaru Impreza in Silver 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 SG57 GLJ, 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.

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What year was SG57 GLJ registered?

SG57 GLJ is a 2007 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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