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K771 KNW

1993 Subaru Svx

Black Petrol 3319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

146,454 mi
Last recorded146,454 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2011
Typical for 1993 Subaru Svx110,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK771 KNW
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,319cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2011 146,454 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

both front tyres deteriorating

nearside rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 27 Oct 2009 146,409 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 146,034 miles

offside rear brake back plate corroded

screen washer bottle leaking

offside rear tyre perished and split

Fail 29 Feb 2008 146,034 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 31 Mar 2007 146,018 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Feb 2007 146,017 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2005 145,068 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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K771 KNW is a 1993 Subaru Svx in Black with a 3,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1993 Subaru Svx models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 110,605 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 Svx fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K771 KNW, 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 33 years old, this Subaru Svx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K771 KNW is a 1993 Subaru Svx, first registered on 1 March 1993.

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