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YG02 MZR

2007 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

192,187 mi
Last recorded192,187 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Subaru Impreza65,405 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG02 MZR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 192,187 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 176,588 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 175,229 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 172,383 miles

n/s and o/s plastic covers insecure

Fail 2 Aug 2022 172,381 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

n/s and o/s plastic covers insecure

Pass 26 Jul 2021 169,228 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 169,226 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end cap on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 168,767 miles

Fuel filler pipe corroded.

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Within trailing arm mount area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear of vehicle underside corroded.

Fail 26 Mar 2020 168,767 miles

Fuel filler pipe corroded.

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Within trailing arm mount area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear of vehicle underside corroded.

Fail 19 Mar 2020 168,755 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification Locking ring loose. (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fuel filler pipe corroded.

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Within trailing arm mount area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear of vehicle underside corroded.

Incorrect wheel nuts fitted, cutting in wheel.

Pass 8 Nov 2018 165,215 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 165,210 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 158,323 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 151,943 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 140,206 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 140,206 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 128,054 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 113,262 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 96,820 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 96,543 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise ecu light staying on

advise exhaust rusty in places

advise front brake discs worn

advise light rusting to floor pans and rear suspension arms

advise n/s/f,n/s/r and o/s/r tyres all splitting on inside sidewall

advise rear brake discs very rusty and worn

advise sill covers fitted

Fail 18 Jul 2012 96,543 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise ecu light staying on

advise exhaust rusty in places

advise front brake discs worn

advise light rusting to floor pans and rear suspension arms

advise n/s/f,n/s/r and o/s/r tyres all splitting on inside sidewall

advise rear brake discs very rusty and worn

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2011 89,827 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all four brake discs worn

Pass 12 Aug 2010 77,329 miles

c/o 0.00 h/c 009 lamba 1.10

discs worn

Fail 5 Aug 2009 67,323 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

advise o/s/f and n/s/r tyres wearing on edges

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2009 67,323 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

advise o/s/f and n/s/r tyres wearing on edges

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2008 48,366 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 48,360 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 54,201 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 53,997 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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YG02 MZR is a 2007 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 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 YG02 MZR, 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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YG02 MZR is a 2007 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 July 2007.

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