2004 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · GV04 PBZ

The vehicle presents a questionable state of roadworthiness with a maintenance trend that suggests reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. While the most recent test in June 2022 at 90,529 miles passed, it revealed multiple significant defects that had been flagged in the preceding years. The presence of a recurring exhaust leak noted across both 2021 and 2022 indicates that the owner only addressed components when they threatened an MOT test result, rather than maintaining the integrity of the system regularly. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 90,529 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 4,115 miles per year. However, the data shows a concerning gap in testing, with no recorded MOT history since June 2022. This means the vehicle has gone four years without a formal road safety assessment. Low mileage often correlates with age-related rubber degradation, which is evidenced by the 2022 report of perishing sidewalls on the nearside front tyre, suggesting the car suffers from dry rot rather than mileage from tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking and suspension systems specifically. The offside front inner brake pipe was flagged for corrosion in 2022, a critical issue that can lead to sudden fluid pressure loss if not replaced. Furthermore, the history of a fractured nearside rear coil spring in 2021 and consistent inner tyre wear on multiple axles suggests the suspension geometry may be out of alignment or that components are under undue stress. Inspect the exhaust system for the persistent blow in the box and check the chassis for structural corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles of this era often hide hidden rust from long periods of stationary use.