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L478 YWD

1993 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 1820cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,545 mi
Last recorded146,545 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2006
Typical for 1993 Subaru Impreza110,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL478 YWD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,820cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2006 146,545 miles

advised corrosion around rear suspension

advised osr shock weak

advised slight knocking osr shock

Pass 6 Dec 2005 127,742 miles

advised engine oil leak

advised front disc corroded and osf disc guard missing

advised nsr shock weak

advised slight blow on exhaust

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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L478 YWD is a 1993 Subaru Impreza in White with a 1,820cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L478 YWD, 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 L478 YWD registered?

L478 YWD is a 1993 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is L478 YWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L478 YWD shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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