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SW07 MLU

2007 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,596 mi
Last recorded50,596 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 Subaru Impreza65,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW07 MLU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 50,596 miles

Both headlamps project poor beam images

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Several places (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NOT SECURED ()

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner C.V.boot leaking grease

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 50,596 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both headlamps project poor beam images

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Several places (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NOT SECURED ()

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner C.V.boot leaking grease

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both - perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 47,589 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 46,817 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box . (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 May 2019 46,794 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box . (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 45,513 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 43,912 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 41,595 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 40,335 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 38,547 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 36,164 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 29,787 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 22,622 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 16,589 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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SW07 MLU is a 2007 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 65,405 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 SW07 MLU, 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 19 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW07 MLU registered?

SW07 MLU is a 2007 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is SW07 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW07 MLU 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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