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J38 CTV

1991 Subaru Sumo

White Petrol 1189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,673 mi
Last recorded78,673 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 1991 Subaru Sumo60,786 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ38 CTV
MakeSubaru
ModelSumo
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,189cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 78,673 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 78,323 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 78,276 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 77,689 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 77,689 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 72,220 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 69,501 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Sumo?

Based on 1,880 MOT tests across 411 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
1,627
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
411
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 133
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 89
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 88
Brake pipe excessively corroded 83
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J38 CTV is a 1991 Subaru Sumo in White with a 1,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Subaru Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 60,786 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Sumo fails its MOT is body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J38 CTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Sumo typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Subaru Sumo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J38 CTV registered?

J38 CTV is a 1991 Subaru Sumo, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is J38 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J38 CTV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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