SUBARU IMPREZA1993 · 2.0L PETROL

The 1993 Subaru Impresa is currently in a non-roadworthy state, and the MOT trend is improving rather than worsening or stable. The vehicle has not met the safety standard for a used car, and the most recent inspection on 2026-06-18 at 157,604 miles was a PASSED test. This indicates that the car has not been tested for safety issues since the previous inspection at 157,573 miles in the September 2010 test. The failure in the September 2010 test was driven by a combination of windscreen issues and registration plate errors, which suggests that the owner may have been neglecting basic maintenance, particularly regarding the windscreen and registration plates. The mileage pattern suggests a rapid accumulation of wear that is not offset by consistent upkeep. The vehicle has been tested at 157,573 miles in the September 2010 test and again at 146,578 miles in the July 2009 test. These two tests occurred roughly 1.5 years apart, with a gap of 11,175 miles between them. This significant gap implies that the owner may have been driving the car lightly or that it was not maintained for a long period, leading to the rapid loss of mileage and the accumulation of wear on critical components. The fact that the car was tested at 157,604 miles in the current test confirms that the mileage has not been reduced, and the cumulative damage from the previous failed test is now present. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and corrosion at the rear end, as the MOT record highlights multiple failures in the rear suspension, braking system, and exhaust components. Specific faults include a deteriorated rear anti-roll bar linkage with excessive play, a rear fog lamp telltale not working, and a rear anti-roll bar linkage having excessive play in a pin/bush. The rear brake disc and caliper appear to be worn and pitted but not seriously weakened, suggesting the brakes may be functional but in poor condition. The rear suspension bushes are deteriorated, which could lead to excessive movement and a risk of structural failure. Additionally, the front exhaust system is not adequately supported, and the offside rear tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated. A buyer must verify the condition of the rear suspension, the braking system, and the exhaust components to ensure the vehicle is safe to drive, as the current MOT is a PASSED test but the underlying faults indicate a need for further mechanical inspection.