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SM09 EKO

2009 Subaru Impreza

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,563 mi
Last recorded116,563 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 EKO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 116,563 miles

all suspension components corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2020 112,190 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 104,536 miles

Engine oil level slightly too high

Front suspension height sensor arm broken

Front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

Pass 23 Aug 2018 97,117 miles

ride height lever broken n/s/f

Pass 23 Aug 2017 88,553 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 88,553 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 83,752 miles

slight play in front droplinks

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 83,752 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in front droplinks

Pass 31 Aug 2015 77,205 miles

1.5 ltrs of engine oil added

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 64,839 miles

front suspension arm rear bushes slightly split

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 26 Jul 2014 64,839 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front suspension arm rear bushes slightly split

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 16 Aug 2013 52,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

zero emissions recorded

Pass 16 Aug 2013 52,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

zero emissions recorded

Pass 20 Aug 2012 46,808 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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SM09 EKO is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SM09 EKO, 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 SM09 EKO registered?

SM09 EKO is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 18 June 2009.

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