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L281 OML

1993 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1820cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

125,213 mi
Last recorded125,213 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1993 Subaru Impreza110,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL281 OML
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,820cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 125,213 miles

Centre Front Small oil leak bottom of cambelt cover.

Rear Tyres N/S and O/S some inner edge wear

Pass 11 Mar 2015 113,290 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 113,290 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 110,382 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 106,244 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2013 106,243 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 99,437 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 95,092 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 90,604 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 86,626 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 84,439 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 80,856 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 77,734 miles

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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L281 OML is a 1993 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,820cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1993 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 110,978 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 L281 OML, 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 33 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L281 OML registered?

L281 OML is a 1993 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L281 OML safe to buy?

The MOT history for L281 OML shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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