2019 Subaru Impreza 1.6L Petrol · BD19 LUO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive service pattern. The most recent test on 24 October 2025 at 62,155 miles resulted in an initial failure due to thin front brake pads and rear pads measuring under 1.5mm. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the recurring nature of brake-related failures across the last three tests suggests the owner only addresses critical components once they reach the point of failure instead of performing scheduled preventative maintenance. The mileage progression is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,900 miles per year. Between October 2023 at 35,780 miles and October 2024 at 49,693 miles, the car covered over 14,000 miles, followed by an additional 12,462 miles in the subsequent year. This steady usage indicates the car is not left stationary for long periods, which explains the consistent wear on consumable items like tyres and brakes noted in the record. A buyer must physically inspect the braking system to ensure the discs have not been scored or thinned by the prolonged use of worn pads. The October 2023 failure highlighted multiple tyres with perishing, cracking, and edge wear, which often points to alignment issues or worn suspension components requiring attention beyond replacing the rubber. Focus should be placed on the suspension bushes and dampers, as the history of uneven tyre wear and frequent brake-related failures may mask underlying mechanical issues not yet flagged by the MOT tester.