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W111 WRX

2009 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,101 mi
Last recorded91,101 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW111 WRX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 91,101 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 87,900 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm 245/40R18Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 87,791 miles

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm 245/40R18Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 80,998 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floorpan and inner sills have corrosion. front to rear Nearside and offside. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower suspension arms.and shock absorbers. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower suspension arms and shock absorbers. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 74,977 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (0.1 (b))

engine oil on minimum

Fail 13 Sep 2023 74,958 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed circumference inner shoulder worn to cord , michelin pilot sport 4 245 40 18 93Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn through to 2nd layer of rubber (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil on minimum

Pass 23 Sep 2022 70,500 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside suspension arms upper, anti roll bar, and sub frame. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 70,500 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside suspension arms upper, anti roll bar, and sub frame. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 67,599 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs are scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 64,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 59,986 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 56,076 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 49,303 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 43,064 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 36,442 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2014 32,480 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 27,354 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 21,630 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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W111 WRX is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W111 WRX, 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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W111 WRX is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 24 September 2009.

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