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L679 TKV

1994 Subaru Sumo

Red Petrol 1189cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

16,046 mi
Last recorded16,046 miles
Recorded on16 May 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL679 TKV
MakeSubaru
ModelSumo
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,189cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 May 2006 16,046 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

How Reliable is the Subaru Sumo?

Based on 1,880 MOT tests across 411 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
1,627
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
411
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 133
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 89
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 88
Brake pipe excessively corroded 83
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L679 TKV is a 1994 Subaru Sumo in Red with a 1,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

The most common reason a Subaru Sumo fails its MOT is body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L679 TKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Sumo typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 32 years old, this Subaru Sumo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L679 TKV registered?

L679 TKV is a 1994 Subaru Sumo, first registered on 10 February 1994.

Is L679 TKV safe to buy?

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