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SP59 RVU

2009 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,032 mi
Last recorded99,032 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 RVU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 99,032 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 88,925 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 88,923 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shields loose rattling

underside of vehicle very rusty

Pass 11 Apr 2018 81,042 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Rear bumper loose but still holding

Fail 11 Apr 2018 81,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Rear bumper loose but still holding

Fail 4 Apr 2018 81,040 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

engine light on

nearside rear level sensor loose

slight damage to offside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 16 Mar 2017 70,187 miles

Exhaust leaking slightly at 1st joint

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded going to hose (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak at offside front drive shaft seal

Fail 16 Mar 2017 70,186 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working Both lights (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust leaking slightly at 1st joint

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded going to hose (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak at offside front drive shaft seal

Pass 3 Mar 2016 60,356 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 49,691 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 43,679 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 43,679 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 33,418 miles

front anti-roll bar mount bushes worn

Pass 11 Sep 2012 27,515 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 27,515 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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SP59 RVU is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SP59 RVU, 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 SP59 RVU registered?

SP59 RVU is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 September 2009.

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