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SM59 LVN

2009 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,787 mi
Last recorded98,787 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 LVN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 98,787 miles

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

underbody corrosion

Fail 7 Apr 2026 98,784 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 1 Aug 2022 97,637 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 96,590 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 95,540 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 88,478 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 78,869 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 72,352 miles

EXHAUST BACK BOX CORRODED AT FLANGE NOT BLOWING

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Fail 20 Jul 2017 72,352 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

EXHAUST BACK BOX CORRODED AT FLANGE NOT BLOWING

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 6 Aug 2016 62,388 miles

Offside Rear tyre tread stepped on inner edge

Pass 1 May 2015 46,727 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 40,945 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 36,648 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 25,878 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no rear washer

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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SM59 LVN is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SM59 LVN, 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 SM59 LVN registered?

SM59 LVN is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is SM59 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 LVN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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