2018 Subaru Impreza 1.6L Petrol · FE68 YKN

The Subaru Impreza presents a generally sound mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 19 December 2025 at 31,021 miles, where it passed with only a minor advisory for an offside front brake disc showing wear, pitting, or scoring. The maintenance trend over the past four years is broadly stable, with no recurring structural or safety-critical failures. The vehicle passed cleanly in December 2024 at 27,634 miles with zero defects, and the December 2025 pass confirms that the minor brake disc advisory noted the previous day at 30,967 miles was not a progressive concern. The only notable blemish in the record is the December 2023 advisory for a slightly binding offside front brake, which has not reappeared in subsequent tests, suggesting the issue was addressed or self-resolved. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle. At 31,021 miles, the annual average sits at roughly 3,878 miles per year, well below the UK typical of 8,000 to 12,000. The progression from 22,784 miles in December 2022 to 31,021 miles by December 2025 shows a modest acceleration in use, adding approximately 8,237 miles over three years, or around 2,746 annually. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record, and the MOT entries align with consistent yearly testing. The low overall mileage implies reduced wear on drivetrain and suspension components, though prolonged periods of standing can introduce its own concerns around tyre perishing, brake surface corrosion, and seized components. Buyers should focus their in-person inspection on the front braking system. The offside front brake disc advisory appeared in both the failed and passed tests in December 2025, and the binding caliper flagged in December 2023 points to a historical tendency on that corner. Have a technician measure disc thickness and runout, and check the caliper slide pins for free movement. The December 2022 advisory for both front tyres worn to the legal limit on both edges indicates the vehicle may have been driven on underinflated tyres or has an alignment issue causing uneven wear. Inspect the inner and outer sidewalls of the current tyres and request a four-wheel alignment check. The December 2025 failure also flagged front headlamp aim too high on both sides and front brake pads below 1.5 millimetres, both of which were rectified before the pass the following day. Confirm the headlamp aim is still correct and verify the pad material remaining. Beyond the flagged items, examine the underside for corrosion given the vehicle's age, paying attention to suspension mounting points, subframes, and brake line runs. Check the condition of all suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and assess the exhaust system for leaks or corrosion, particularly around joints and hangers. The chip in the windscreen noted in December 2023 should be inspected to confirm it has not propagated beyond zone B. Overall, the record reflects a lightly used vehicle with no serious recurring faults, but the front brake history warrants a thorough hands-on check before purchase.