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L183 SUB

1998 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

63,881 mi
Last recorded63,881 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL183 SUB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 63,881 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 63,739 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 63,514 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 63,514 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 62,673 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 62,380 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 62,110 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 61,361 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 61,106 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 61,040 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 60,706 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 60,449 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 60,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 59,846 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 58,976 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 58,976 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 58,976 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 90,576 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 90,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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L183 SUB is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 100,015 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L183 SUB, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L183 SUB registered?

L183 SUB is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is L183 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L183 SUB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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