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J542 GNJ

1992 Subaru Sumo

White Petrol 1189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,755 mi
Last recorded92,755 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2005
Typical for 1992 Subaru Sumo57,635 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ542 GNJ
MakeSubaru
ModelSumo
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,189cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2005 92,755 miles

front registration plate cracked

rear registration plate deteriorated †

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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J542 GNJ is a 1992 Subaru Sumo in White with a 1,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Subaru Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 57,635 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 J542 GNJ, 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 34 years old, this Subaru Sumo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J542 GNJ registered?

J542 GNJ is a 1992 Subaru Sumo, first registered on 24 April 1992.

Is J542 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J542 GNJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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