2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · AF68 HBE
2018 Subaru Impreza (2.0L, petrol). First registered 03 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 73,152 miles. MOT valid until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU IMPREZA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,152 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF68 HBE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 73,152 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF68 HBE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Subaru Impreza (AF68 HBE) between August 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged SIDE WALL .TYRE TREAD ON LIMITS. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
AF68 HBE Mileage History
- 15/08/202347,516 mi
- 19/08/202455,564 mi+8,048 mi
- 29/08/202563,806 mi+8,242 mi
- 02/09/202673,152 mi+9,346 mi
- 02/09/202673,152 mi
Average of roughly 8,404 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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