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SL59 TVT

2009 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

120,460 mi
Last recorded120,460 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 TVT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 120,460 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 120,460 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 119,017 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2019 119,017 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 112,297 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 102,125 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 95,482 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 77,282 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 77,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 57,658 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Oct 2014 57,658 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 31,959 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 20,659 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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SL59 TVT is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL59 TVT, 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 SL59 TVT registered?

SL59 TVT is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is SL59 TVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL59 TVT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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