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FN51 XSW

2001 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

139,332 mi
Last recorded139,332 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 XSW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 139,332 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 139,095 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced upper suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 131,035 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 121,512 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 20 Jun 2019 121,489 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 113,553 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 113,553 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 104,260 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 96,037 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 96,037 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 89,218 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 83,286 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 78,791 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 78,791 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 73,263 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 66,898 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 60,279 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 54,623 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 49,773 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 49,117 miles

front brake pads worn very low

Pass 13 Sep 2006 46,544 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 44,052 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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FN51 XSW is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FN51 XSW, 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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FN51 XSW is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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