2007 Subaru Impreza 2.5L Petrol · FN07 WPY

Structural integrity and progressive corrosion are the primary mechanical concerns for this vehicle, as evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 2 October 2025. The record shows a developing pattern of underbody issues, specifically regarding the offside rear sill and trailing arm mounting areas, which were flagged for corrosion in both 2024 and 2025. This trend of worsening corrosion, combined with recent advisories for play in the nearside front wheel bearing and the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint, indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where structural and suspension components require close monitoring. The recorded mileage of 93,086 miles over a 19-year period represents a low annual average of approximately 4,899 miles. While this indicates the vehicle has not been subjected to high-frequency road use, such a low accumulation rate can often coincide with the degradation of rubber components and the onset of corrosion due to infrequent cleaning of the underbody. The gap in testing between May 2022 and December 2020 is not present, but the low mileage profile means that mechanical wear may be more closely linked to age-related perishability rather than high-mileage friction wear. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the chassis and sills during a physical inspection. The transition from corrosion being noted on the trailing arm mountings in 2024 to the offside rear sill being described as worse in 2025 suggests active deterioration. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces, which could stem from the flagged play in the anti-roll bar ball joint or the wheel bearing. Any rhythmic humming or droning that increases with vehicle speed may indicate that the nearside front wheel bearing play has progressed beyond a minor advisory. The recent advisories regarding tyre wear on both rear tyres, specifically being close to the legal limit and worn on the edges, should be cross-referenced with the vehicle's handling. If the car pulls to one side or exhibits uneven tyre wear, it may indicate underlying suspension geometry issues or binding calipers. Additionally, given the history of anti-roll bar mounting and linkage advisories dating back to 2018 and 2019, the entire front and rear suspension setup should be checked for excessive movement or bushing deterioration to ensure the vehicle remains stable under cornering loads.