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D1 RTU

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,635 mi
Last recorded123,635 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD1 RTU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 123,635 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 116,911 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 115,669 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 115,019 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 114,844 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 113,112 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 107,058 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Jan 2013 107,058 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 97,531 miles

corrosion to front exhaust section

Pass 20 Jan 2011 88,575 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 88,571 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Rear barke dics in need of clean

Pass 29 Jan 2010 84,695 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 79,801 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 78,510 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 77,429 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2007 77,429 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 58,250 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 58,250 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

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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D1 RTU is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 85,841 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 D1 RTU, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D1 RTU?

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What year was D1 RTU registered?

D1 RTU is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is D1 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D1 RTU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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