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J681 VEP

1992 Subaru Sumo

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,978 mi
Last recorded52,978 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2007
Typical for 1992 Subaru Sumo57,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ681 VEP
MakeSubaru
ModelSumo
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2007 52,978 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 49,419 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 44,497 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 44,497 miles

Upper Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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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J681 VEP is a 1992 Subaru Sumo in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J681 VEP, 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 J681 VEP registered?

J681 VEP is a 1992 Subaru Sumo, first registered on 26 June 1992.

Is J681 VEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J681 VEP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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