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EN51 BBZ

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

161,156 mi
Last recorded161,156 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN51 BBZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 161,156 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating and cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked and delaminating around screws (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2026 161,156 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working Pump cannot be heard (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At join to rear silencer (aftermarket exhaust) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating and cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked and delaminating around screws (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 156,758 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 152,423 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 152,419 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 150,475 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 143,896 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 138,761 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 134,096 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 127,280 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 122,681 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 117,938 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 112,739 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 104,744 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 98,143 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 95,267 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 91,513 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 86,615 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 82,345 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 73,163 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 66,135 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 59,297 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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EN51 BBZ is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EN51 BBZ, 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 EN51 BBZ registered?

EN51 BBZ is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is EN51 BBZ safe to buy?

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