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L43 XBJ

1993 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1820cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

303,934 mi
Last recorded303,934 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 1993 Subaru Impreza110,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL43 XBJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,820cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 303,934 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 303,374 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 300,617 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 298,368 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 295,852 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 291,968 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 289,244 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 286,395 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 286,395 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 282,496 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 276,744 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 268,258 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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L43 XBJ is a 1993 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,820cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 L43 XBJ, 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.

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What year was L43 XBJ registered?

L43 XBJ is a 1993 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 August 1993.

Is L43 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L43 XBJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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