2005 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · VN05 DFJ

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 2021‑10‑20 at 112,197 miles, with the tester flagging a non‑functional offside rear stop lamp, front tyres worn to the legal limit on both edges and rear brake pads thinning. The same day a separate pass note recorded identical tyre and brake‑pad advisories, indicating the defects were not rectified before re‑testing. The pattern of recurring tyre wear, brake‑pad thinning and exhaust‑leak advisories shows a stable, rather than improving, maintenance trend; the issues have persisted across multiple annual tests without clear resolution. Mileage has remained static at 112,197 miles since October 2021, despite the car being 21 years old on 2026‑08‑07. This represents an average of roughly 5,300 miles per year, a low figure that suggests periods of heavy storage or very limited use. Earlier records show a steady increase from 2011 through 2021, but the complete absence of any mileage growth for nearly five years points to a vehicle that has been parked for extended intervals, which can affect consumables and corrosion susceptibility. A buyer should inspect the front and rear tyres for uneven wear patterns and verify tread depth against the legal limit, as the history shows consistent edge wear. Brake pads should be measured for remaining thickness, given the repeated thin‑pad advisories. The rear exhaust should be examined for gas leaks, and both headlamp lenses checked for contamination that could reduce light output. The rear stop lamp must be functional, and the windscreen damage noted in 2019 should be assessed for integrity. Finally, a thorough visual scan for rust or corrosion, especially around wheel arches and underbody, is advisable given the long periods of inactivity.