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G296 HEG

1989 Subaru Justy

Grey Petrol 1189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25,617 mi
Last recorded25,617 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Subaru Justy49,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG296 HEG
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,189cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 25,617 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 24,574 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 23,851 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 23,598 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 23,551 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 23,348 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 23,129 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 22,796 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 22,402 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 22,048 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 22,048 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Both rear tyres perished and out of shape

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 21,758 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Inner side wall deteriorating

oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2014 21,300 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2013 20,951 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2012 20,334 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2011 19,716 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2010 19,352 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 18,910 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 29 Oct 2008 18,407 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 17,907 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 17,258 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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G296 HEG is a 1989 Subaru Justy in Grey with a 1,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Subaru Justy models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 49,383 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 G296 HEG, 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 37 years old, this Subaru Justy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G296 HEG registered?

G296 HEG is a 1989 Subaru Justy, first registered on 28 September 1989.

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