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SM06 EMJ

2006 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,940 mi
Last recorded81,940 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 EMJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 81,940 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 80,226 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 77,285 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 72,600 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 72,290 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 68,703 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 65,636 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 65,346 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 62,789 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 59,436 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 53,592 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 45,238 miles

Exhaust knocking off body and rear anti roll bar.

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

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

n/s/r bumper loose.

Pass 22 Feb 2010 28,442 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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SM06 EMJ is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 69,451 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 SM06 EMJ, 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 20 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM06 EMJ registered?

SM06 EMJ is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 August 2006.

Is SM06 EMJ safe to buy?

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