1996 SUBARU IMPREZA2.0L PETROL

The most recent MOT for this 1996 Subaru Impreza was conducted on 2011-10-04, when the vehicle had 144,517 miles. It failed due to multiple critical issues, including corroded suspension components, excessive play in the offside front suspension arm, and oil misting from all three front and offside rear shock absorbers. Corrosion was widespread, affecting the rear sub-frame, chassis legs, and wheelarches, while lighting failures included non-functional rear fog lamps and registration plate lamps. These findings indicate significant structural and mechanical degradation. Recurring corrosion issues, particularly on the rear sub-frame, chassis, and wheelarches, appear to be a persistent problem dating back to at least 2009. Suspension-related defects, such as ball joint play and corroded mounting areas, also reoccurred across multiple MOTs. While some issues like tyre wear and battery insecurity were addressed in earlier passes, the 2011 failure highlights a worsening trend in structural integrity and safety-critical components. No subsequent MOT records exist, leaving the current condition unknown. The vehicle’s mileage of 144,517 miles over 30 years equates to approximately 4,817 miles per year, which is low for its age. This suggests either light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which can accelerate corrosion and component degradation.