SUBARU IMPREZA1997 · 2.0L PETROL

The most recent MOT, dated 1 June 2007, was a pass but recorded two minor defects: slight corrosion on the vehicle’s structure (item 6.1.A.1) and a brake pipe that is slightly corroded (item 3.6.B.2c). The previous MOT, from 13 June 2006, showed no defects at all. The appearance of corrosion on the body and on a brake pipe in the 2007 test is the only negative trend visible in the record. With only two MOT entries, it is not possible to say whether the corrosion is accelerating, but the fact that it was not noted a year earlier suggests it has begun to develop in the last year of recorded testing. Apart from that, the vehicle’s MOT history is otherwise clean. At 106,736 mi the car has travelled roughly 3,680 mi per year over its 29‑year life – a very low average. Such low mileage can mean the car has been used lightly, which may reduce wear on engine, transmission and suspension components. Conversely, low annual mileage can also indicate long periods of storage, during which moisture can encourage rust, especially on the under‑carriage and brake lines – consistent with the corrosion noted in 2007. Overall the condition trend appears stable apart from the emerging corrosion issue. There is no evidence of mechanical failures or wear‑related defects in the MOT data, but the corrosion could become a safety concern if it spreads, particularly on the brake pipe.