2004 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · W15 AAM

This 2004 Subaru Impreza has a low recorded mileage of 96,268 miles for its age, averaging around 4,376 miles per year. This suggests the vehicle may have spent significant periods standing, which is supported by the recent MOT failures regarding perishing and cracking tyres. The vehicle's condition trend is worsening. While it had clean passes in late 2023 and 2024, the most recent MOT in November 2025 required multiple repairs to pass. The failure pattern has shifted from isolated mechanical issues, such as a wheel bearing and SRS lamp, to more systemic neglect, including emissions failures and missing wheel fixings. The most concerning recent issues are the exhaust emissions failures (Lambda and carbon monoxide readings), which indicate potential engine management or exhaust system faults. The presence of perished tyres and missing wheel bolts suggests a lapse in basic maintenance. A buyer should first inspect the tyres for age-related cracking and verify that all wheel bolts are present and torqued correctly. A thorough check of the exhaust system and a road test to ensure the engine is running cleanly are essential. Finally, confirm that the SRS warning lamp and windscreen washers are now fully operational.