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J33 SVX

1992 Subaru Svx

Purple Petrol 3317cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,674 mi
Last recorded162,674 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Subaru Svx97,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 SVX
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,317cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 162,674 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 162,659 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 162,529 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 162,031 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside covered in underseal

Pass 5 Feb 2020 161,499 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 159,465 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 158,443 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 158,441 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 157,375 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 156,599 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 156,599 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 155,376 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 154,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 153,018 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Nov 2011 157,052 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear dif leaking oil

Pass 14 Dec 2010 150,224 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 148,758 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 148,755 miles

Offside Front Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 147,941 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 145,376 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 145,376 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 138,692 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005
Fail 14 Dec 2005 133,582 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Subaru Svx?

Based on 2,483 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
1,469
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 66
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Brake pipe excessively corroded 46
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 37
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J33 SVX is a 1992 Subaru Svx in Purple with a 3,317cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Subaru Svx models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 97,230 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Svx fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J33 SVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J33 SVX registered?

J33 SVX is a 1992 Subaru Svx, first registered on 26 May 1992.

Is J33 SVX safe to buy?

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