2007 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · BP57 HSX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent MOT test in December 2025 at 145,654 miles passed, it highlighted recurring issues with tyre wear and windscreen damage. The trend shows a period of instability following a significant failure in early 2023, where the car failed on emissions and brake system grounds. Although those specific mechanical failures were addressed, underlying issues with corrosion have persisted across multiple years. At 19 years old, the recorded 145,654 miles represent an average annual usage of approximately 7,666 miles, which is consistent with typical low-mileage commuting. The data shows consistent intervals, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 3,700 miles before the December 2025 test. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which likely explains the gradual degradation of metal components and rubber seals noted in the records. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the progression of corrosion in the chassis and suspension. The tester flagged corroded brake pipes in February 2024 and general suspension corrosion as early as 2022. A buyer should inspect the structural integrity of the rear brake pipe runs and the suspension mounting points to ensure the surface rust has not transitioned into deep structural decay. The history also shows pitted and scored brake discs across several years, indicating that the braking system is often ignored until it reaches an advisory stage or a failure point. The buyer should also verify the state of the tyres and glass. Repeated entries for tyres worn close to the legal limit in 2023, 2024, and 2025 suggest a lack of basic consumable maintenance. Given that the windscreen has been flagged for damage since at least 2023, the glass should be checked for cracks that could compromise its structural integrity. The previous failure for a major exhaust leak and high carbon monoxide also necessitates a thorough check of the entire exhaust system to ensure no new leaks have developed since the 2023 repairs.