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L555 RCR

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

75,567 mi
Last recorded75,567 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL555 RCR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 75,567 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 74,784 miles

presenter said they had replaced the clocks to convert from kilometers to miles

Pass 18 Mar 2023 209,947 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 199,051 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All brake hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

NS and OS registration plate lamps deteriorated

NSF and OSF brakes slightly binding

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Park brake efficiency low 16%

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil NSR and OSR (2.7.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 193,738 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 93,356 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2013 183,905 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 172,306 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 52,735 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 52,128 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 49,848 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 43,487 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 43,487 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 37,213 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 35,603 miles

no plates spaced incoorectly

slight movement in steering rack bushes

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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L555 RCR is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 106,850 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 L555 RCR, 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 29 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 L555 RCR registered?

L555 RCR is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is L555 RCR safe to buy?

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