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YL53 CAX

2009 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,017 mi
Last recorded116,017 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Subaru Impreza62,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL53 CAX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 116,017 miles

rear suspension components are starting to corrode

Pass 29 Nov 2024 115,577 miles

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

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

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

rear suspension components starting to corrode

Pass 23 Nov 2023 115,345 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 114,938 miles

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

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

this vehicle has been modified for motor sport purposes and may be subject to alteration at any point

Pass 12 Nov 2021 113,888 miles

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

this vehicle has ben modified for motor sport purposes and may be subject to alteration at any point

Pass 11 Nov 2020 110,031 miles

this vehicle is modified for motor sport purposes and may be subject to change or alteration at any point

Pass 18 Nov 2019 108,453 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 107,453 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 7 Oct 2017 101,088 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 95,444 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 88,993 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 81,764 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 80,329 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 77,522 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 72,759 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 68,095 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 65,244 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front pads wearing low

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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YL53 CAX is a 2009 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YL53 CAX, 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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What year was YL53 CAX registered?

YL53 CAX is a 2009 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is YL53 CAX safe to buy?

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