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L578 KVU

1999 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,276 mi
Last recorded148,276 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 1999 Subaru Impreza96,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL578 KVU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 148,276 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 147,964 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 147,941 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 147,067 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 146,589 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 146,558 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 145,117 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 144,760 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 143,075 miles

brake pedal rubber wearing

Fail 6 Oct 2009 143,075 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

brake pedal rubber wearing

Pass 4 Sep 2008 135,587 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 28 Aug 2008 135,504 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Aug 2007 131,445 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 131,445 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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L578 KVU is a 1999 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 96,555 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L578 KVU, 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 27 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 L578 KVU registered?

L578 KVU is a 1999 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 9 June 1999.

Is L578 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L578 KVU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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