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L493 YWD

1993 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD

White Petrol 1820cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

207,975 mi
Last recorded207,975 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2006
Typical for 1993 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD131,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL493 YWD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Gl 4WD
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,820cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2006 207,975 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 207,960 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 198,994 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 198,994 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD?

Based on 2,029 MOT tests across 461 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
6,856
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
461
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 187
Brake pipe excessively corroded 180
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 171
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Registration plate lamp not working 97
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L493 YWD is a 1993 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD in White with a 1,820cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 131,970 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 Gl 4WD fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 187 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L493 YWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L493 YWD registered?

L493 YWD is a 1993 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is L493 YWD safe to buy?

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