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J248 DYB

1992 Subaru Mv Pickup

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

84,554 mi
Last recorded84,554 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2009
Typical for 1992 Subaru Mv Pickup78,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ248 DYB
MakeSubaru
ModelMv Pickup
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2009 84,554 miles

rear inner wheel arch panels corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2008 82,059 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 82,058 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 79,719 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 79,716 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

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

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 77,170 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 77,170 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

How Reliable is the Subaru Mv Pickup?

Based on 8,799 MOT tests across 1,258 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,609
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,745
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 507
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 489
Brake pipe excessively corroded 458
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 425
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J248 DYB is a 1992 Subaru Mv Pickup in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1992 Subaru Mv Pickup models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 78,023 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Mv Pickup fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,745 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J248 DYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Mv Pickup typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 34 years old, this Subaru Mv Pickup is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J248 DYB?

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What year was J248 DYB registered?

J248 DYB is a 1992 Subaru Mv Pickup, first registered on 7 February 1992.

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The MOT history for J248 DYB shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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