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A8 NRY

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,161 mi
Last recorded131,161 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 NRY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2010 131,161 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 111,893 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2009 111,893 miles

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 107,001 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 100,395 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre has cuts in the sidewall, but not to cord

Pass 4 Sep 2006 96,056 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2005 86,996 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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A8 NRY is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 106,850 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 A8 NRY, 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 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A8 NRY registered?

A8 NRY is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is A8 NRY safe to buy?

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