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F740 PKV

1988 Subaru Justy

Red Petrol 1189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

301 mi
Last recorded301 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Subaru Justy55,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF740 PKV
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,189cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 301 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 55 miles

Vehicle heavily modified

Pass 27 Feb 2014 38,801 miles

front bumper slightly insecure

n/s cv boot perished

n/s rear tyre perished

o/s front brape pipe slightly corroded

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 26 Feb 2014 38,798 miles

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

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

n/s rear tyre perished

front bumper slightly insecure

n/s cv boot perished

o/s front brape pipe slightly corroded

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2013 34,357 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 19 Feb 2013 34,346 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 27,413 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

vehicle has had extensive welding

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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F740 PKV is a 1988 Subaru Justy in Red with a 1,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F740 PKV, 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

How do I check the history of F740 PKV?

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What year was F740 PKV registered?

F740 PKV is a 1988 Subaru Justy, first registered on 4 October 1988.

Is F740 PKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F740 PKV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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