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DF51 BYX

2001 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

123,711 mi
Last recorded123,711 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 BYX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2014 123,711 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Sub-frame worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Dec 2014 123,711 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Sub-frame worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 31 Oct 2013 116,174 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 108,880 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 108,875 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2011 99,714 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 99,714 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 89,086 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 89,084 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 77,006 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 74,504 miles

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

ns and osf lower ball joint rubber boots split

nsf exhaust downpipe slight blow

Pass 20 Aug 2008 73,324 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 73,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2007 60,944 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 60,944 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 54,770 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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DF51 BYX is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 DF51 BYX, 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.

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What year was DF51 BYX registered?

DF51 BYX is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 7 September 2001.

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