2010 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · YT10 LFL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward developing structural and suspension issues. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 127,209 miles passed, it introduced advisories regarding a corroded rear subframe and a worn anti-roll bar bush. This represents a regression from the clean pass recorded in December 2024, suggesting that the vehicle is beginning to show age-related degradation in its lower mechanical components. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 127,209 miles reflects an average usage of approximately 8,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical domestic patterns. The data shows consistent use between tests, with roughly 12,000 miles covered between November 2023 and December 2024, and another 4,000 miles leading into late 2025. This regular interval suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent seal failure and fluid degradation despite the age of the vehicle. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural integrity of the rear subframe. The corrosion noted in the 2025 test is not yet a failure point, but rust on Subaru subframe components often accelerates rapidly if not treated. The buyer should also examine the front and rear suspension bushes, as the record shows worn arm bushes in 2022 and a worn anti-roll bar bush in 2025. These recurring faults indicate that the rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life and will require replacement. The electronic history shows a significant failure in December 2024 due to an inoperative engine management indicator light and an electronic stability control fault. While these were seemingly rectified to allow the subsequent pass, a buyer should verify that the dashboard remains clear of warning lights and that the stability system functions correctly under test. The recurring failure of registration plate lamps across 2023 and 2024 suggests a minor lack of attention to basic electrical upkeep, but these do not pose a mechanical risk.