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VN09 PYD

2009 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

98,001 mi
Last recorded98,001 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 PYD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 98,001 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2026 97,990 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn ns & os front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front exhuast clamp joining cat and middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 96,010 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CAT TO DOWN PIPE, NUTS MISSING (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 92,349 miles

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFERENTIAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 88,647 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2022 84,901 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays/sill covers

Pass 21 Jul 2021 80,755 miles

engine and outer sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2020 77,924 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 73,663 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 66,122 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 59,893 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 52,441 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 44,730 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 35,150 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2013 26,806 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 17,695 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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VN09 PYD is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VN09 PYD, 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 VN09 PYD registered?

VN09 PYD is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 7 August 2009.

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