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A23 SUB

2000 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

186,895 mi
Last recorded186,895 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Subaru Impreza90,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 SUB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 186,895 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 184,459 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 182,113 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 182,113 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 179,169 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge compound showing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front door mirror assembly damaged

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear bumper secured both sides with tape

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 179,162 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temporary cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge compound showing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front door mirror assembly damaged

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear bumper secured both sides with tape

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 164,663 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

outer sill trims fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2018 149,745 miles

engine oil leak

outer sill covers obscuring view to sills

Fail 2 Oct 2018 149,603 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

engine oil leak

outer sill covers obscuring view to sills

Pass 9 Oct 2017 144,613 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2017 144,609 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 139,926 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 137,060 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2015 137,060 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 130,578 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2013 115,382 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 115,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 112,606 miles

rear exhaust box tatty with corrosion

Pass 9 Aug 2012 106,130 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 100,372 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 94,297 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jul 2010 94,297 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 90,012 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 86,009 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 82,619 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 73,149 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wiper blades replaced

Pass 29 Jul 2005 64,226 miles

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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A23 SUB is a 2000 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2000 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 90,155 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A23 SUB, 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 26 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A23 SUB registered?

A23 SUB is a 2000 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 5 August 2000.

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