CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y552 DAB

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

106,663 mi
Last recorded106,663 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY552 DAB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 106,663 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 104,485 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 103,189 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 101,467 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 99,929 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 98,179 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 97,598 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 95,909 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 92,788 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 90,894 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 88,684 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2015 86,341 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 83,848 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 81,688 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 79,267 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 79,267 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 76,691 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 74,194 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 71,608 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 69,059 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 66,907 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 64,467 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 64,467 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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
Full Subaru Impreza reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y552 DAB is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 85,841 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 Y552 DAB, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y552 DAB?

You can check the full history of Y552 DAB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y552 DAB registered?

Y552 DAB is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y552 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y552 DAB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y552 DAB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y552 DAB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.