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SJ59 SSV

2009 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

81,873 mi
Last recorded81,873 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ59 SSV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 81,873 miles

Coil spring corroded all four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush slight wear and cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside sill corroded and covered in underbody sealer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush slight wear and cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside sill corroded and covered in underbody sealer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive very slight oil leak sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 79,478 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 78,809 miles

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))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 78,072 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 72,099 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 70,493 miles

unable to properly inspect sills due to plastic sideskirts

Pass 23 Aug 2019 68,249 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 64,201 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2017 60,642 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2017 60,642 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 54,573 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 50,856 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 45,360 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 40,677 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 35,742 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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SJ59 SSV is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Grey 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 SJ59 SSV, 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 SJ59 SSV registered?

SJ59 SSV is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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