2015 Subaru Impreza 1.6L Petrol · SM15 CNN

The Subaru Impreza presents a generally sound mechanical picture, though the most recent MOT on 2 January 2026 at 76,207 miles flagged four advisories that suggest the car is entering a phase where age-related wear is beginning to surface. The overall trend is stable rather than alarming, but it is not improving. Two front suspension arm pins or bushes were noted as worn, though not yet causing excessive movement, and the front brake disc was flagged as worn but not excessively. The offside rear tyre was also noted as slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing. None of these are immediate failures, but together they indicate a vehicle that has not been kept in meticulous condition during its later life. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for an eleven-year-old car, averaging roughly 6,928 miles per year. The record shows a notable jump of 11,807 miles between the January 2024 test at 57,273 miles and the December 2024 test at 64,400 miles, representing a full year's worth of driving compressed into eleven months. The subsequent twelve-month interval to January 2026 added 11,807 miles again, confirming consistent and relatively steady use rather than long periods of inactivity. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops that would suggest mileage tampering or extended storage. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension components, particularly the arm bushes and pin joints, given that both nearside and offside were flagged as worn in the most recent test. These are not catastrophic failures, but they will deteriorate and should be inspected for play and deterioration. The worn front brake disc is a consumable item, yet it warrants checking whether the disc has been replaced since the January 2026 advisory or whether it remains in service approaching minimum thickness. The perished offside rear tyre should be replaced before any extended driving, as cracking and perishing indicate age degradation rather than simple wear. Beyond the flagged items, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion is advisable, particularly around suspension mounting points, subframes, and brake lines, as these are common deterioration points on Subarus of this age. The exhaust system and its mountings should also be checked for corrosion and integrity.