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SH09 VME

2009 Subaru Impreza

Gold Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

120,758 mi
Last recorded120,758 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 VME
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 120,758 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slightly mid section to rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 118,463 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 103,756 miles

Nearside Rear 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 28 Oct 2020 100,841 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 96,240 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 86,442 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 67,413 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 67,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 47,857 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Oct 2015 35,632 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 29,607 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 26,123 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 19,197 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 10,711 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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SH09 VME is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Gold with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SH09 VME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH09 VME registered?

SH09 VME is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is SH09 VME safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 VME shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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