2018 Subaru Impreza 1.6L Petrol · BG68 WYC

This 2018 Subaru Impreza has covered only 16,795 miles, which is significantly lower than the average for a vehicle of this age. While low mileage often suggests a car that has been spared the heavy wear associated with daily commuting, it can also indicate long periods of inactivity or standing, which can be just as detrimental to rubber components and seals as high-mileage use. The MOT history reveals a persistent and recurring pattern of tyre-related issues. Since 2022, the vehicle has consistently received advisories for tyres that are either worn on the edges or showing signs of cracking and perishing. This trend is stable rather than improving, as the same tyre defects have appeared in three of the last four annual inspections. The recurring mention of cracking and perishing in the tread is a classic sign of age-related degradation. Because the car is driven very infrequently, the rubber is likely hardening and deteriorating due to environmental exposure and lack of regular movement, rather than high-mileage wear. This suggests that the current tyres may be original or very old, despite the low odometer reading. While the vehicle has passed every MOT, the consistent focus on tyre condition indicates that maintenance may have been neglected in favour of simply meeting the minimum legal requirements for the test. The lack of other recorded defects is positive, but the tyre history suggests that the car has not been subjected to a rigorous preventative maintenance schedule.