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FB51 FHS

2001 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,917 mi
Last recorded120,917 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB51 FHS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 120,917 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 116,706 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2024 115,289 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 7 Feb 2023 113,462 miles

engine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 7 Feb 2023 113,462 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 11 Feb 2022 11,336 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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FB51 FHS is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FB51 FHS, 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

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What year was FB51 FHS registered?

FB51 FHS is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is FB51 FHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB51 FHS 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.

Does FB51 FHS have outstanding finance?

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