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L160 LPY

1994 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

157,889 mi
Last recorded157,889 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2011
Typical for 1994 Subaru Impreza110,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL160 LPY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2011 157,889 miles

all indicators a bit dim but working. both front tyres worn on inner edges. front part of exhaust rusting with slight blow

Fail 26 May 2010 153,608 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 26 May 2010 153,608 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 151,057 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 May 2009 151,057 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 146,755 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 142,601 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2007 142,601 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 137,835 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 137,835 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 136,803 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 136,795 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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?

Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,996
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
72,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,062
Registration plate lamp not working 19,494
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,247
position lamp(s) not working 16,099
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15,281
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L160 LPY is a 1994 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 110,116 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 Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L160 LPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L160 LPY registered?

L160 LPY is a 1994 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is L160 LPY safe to buy?

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