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A17 RBS

1999 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

167,009 mi
Last recorded167,009 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Subaru Impreza96,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 RBS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 167,009 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underneath All (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 167,005 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 166,072 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 165,723 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 164,957 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 161,552 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 160,175 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 155,859 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 149,977 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 146,537 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 143,444 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 143,441 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 138,120 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear bumper insecure

nearside rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 15 Apr 2009 129,813 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 118,616 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 109,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?

Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,996
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
72,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,062
Registration plate lamp not working 19,494
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,247
position lamp(s) not working 16,099
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15,281
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A17 RBS is a 1999 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1999 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 96,555 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 RBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A17 RBS registered?

A17 RBS is a 1999 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 May 1999.

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