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E686 TEP

1988 Subaru Justy

Grey Petrol 1189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,696 mi
Last recorded49,696 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Subaru Justy55,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE686 TEP
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,189cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 49,696 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 49,127 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 49,109 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 49,077 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 49,076 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 48,062 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Justy?

Based on 47,648 MOT tests across 5,599 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,647
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
5,599
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,850
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,604
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,745
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,523
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E686 TEP is a 1988 Subaru Justy in Grey with a 1,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Subaru Justy models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.6% with a typical mileage of 55,067 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Justy fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E686 TEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Justy typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Subaru Justy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E686 TEP registered?

E686 TEP is a 1988 Subaru Justy, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E686 TEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E686 TEP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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