2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · AD68 VFH

This 2019 Subaru Impreza passed its most recent MOT on 25 November 2025, but the test result reveals a consistent pattern of wear and lighting defects that warrant careful attention before purchase. The vehicle failed its MOT on 24 November 2025 and passed a day later after repairs. The failures centred on missing lighting components: the rear fog lamp and its switch, plus both side repeater lamps. These were rectified, but the underlying wear issues remained unchanged between the failed and passed tests. The rear tyres were recorded as worn close to the legal limit with edge wear on both sides, and the rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin. These same defects appeared on both the failed and passed certificates, indicating they were not addressed before the retest. The tyre wear pattern—edge wear on both rear tyres—suggests either aggressive cornering, under-inflation, or suspension misalignment. This is a safety concern and often points to broader suspension wear. The rear brake pad thickness is also a red flag; thin pads can fail without warning and indicate hard braking use or neglect of maintenance. At roughly 9,452 miles per year, this Impreza has covered mileage typical for its age.