2006 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · RO06 AAK

The most recent MOT on 29 October 2025 at 137,885 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating that the vehicle presently meets the statutory road‑worthiness requirements. Earlier minor issues – a front service‑brake binding note in January 2024 and tyre wear advisories in 2022‑2023 – have not recurred, suggesting a stabilising maintenance pattern rather than a deteriorating one. At 137,885 miles the car averages roughly 6,900 miles per year, well below the typical annual mileage for a twenty‑year‑old vehicle. The record shows regular yearly testing with no long gaps, and mileage increments of 9‑10 k miles between successive tests, implying consistent, moderate use rather than periods of high‑intensity driving or prolonged storage. A prospective buyer should focus on components that have appeared repeatedly. Inspect the front brake assembly for any residual binding and verify pad thickness, as thin pads were flagged in 2022. Examine all four tyres for tread depth, side‑wall cracks and any signs of perishing, especially the near‑side front tyre which has shown recurring edge wear. Check the inner gaiters of both front drive shafts for leaks, and assess the anti‑roll‑bar linkage pins and bushings for excessive wear noted in 2020. Given the 2018 exhaust‑leak failure, a visual and audible inspection of the exhaust system for cracks or rust is prudent. Finally, a cursory survey of the chassis for corrosion, particularly around the rear centre‑line bushes, will confirm that no hidden structural degradation has developed.