2004 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · LL53 HWD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent testing history. The final MOT conducted on 19 December 2022 at 72,365 miles passed with no defects recorded, following an initial failure just five days prior at 72,255 miles. This suggests that a minor issue was identified and immediately rectified to ensure compliance. Since that pass, the vehicle has maintained a clean record without advisories or failures in the documented data provided. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,300 miles per year. Between December 2020 and December 2022, the car covered only 5,161 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long storage periods. While low mileage typically reduces wear on drivetrain components like the engine and gearbox, it increases the risk associated with age-related degradation and fluid stagnation. The significant gap between the last recorded test in late 2022 and the present means the vehicle is currently overdue for its annual inspection. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension, as low-mileage Subarus are prone to corrosion in sills and wheel arches that does not always manifest through mileage. Rubber components such as suspension bushes and tyres may perish or crack due to age despite the lack of use. Check the brake discs for surface-rot and seized calipers, which frequently occur when vehicles sit stationary for extended periods. Verify the condition of the fluids and timing belts, as chemical breakdown occurs over two decades regardless of the distance travelled.