2016 Subaru Impreza 1.6L Petrol · FA16 WNJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs after a clean period. The most recent test in November 2025 at 59,378 miles identified a worn nearside front inner suspension arm bush and significant edge wear on both front tyres. This marks a departure from the clean records of late 2024, suggesting that components are now reaching the end of their service life due to age rather than high mileage accumulation. At 59,378 miles over ten years, the Subaru reflects a low-use profile of approximately 6,000 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with a notable gap between January 2023 and March 2024 where the vehicle covered roughly 8,600 miles miles. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from rubber component degradation. This is evidenced by the January 2023 advisory regarding perishing and cracking on the nearside front tyre, which indicates the car likely sat stationary for extended periods despite the low driven miles. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the worn nearside suspension arm bush flagged in late 2025 can lead to uneven tyre wear and poor handling if not replaced. The braking system also requires attention following the 2023 report of thin rear brake pads, although these appear to have been addressed in the subsequent clean tests. Given the history of edge wear and perishing, a thorough check of the current tyre brands and sidewalls is essential to ensure no further alignment issues are causing premature consumable failure.