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L693 OVG

1993 Subaru Impreza

Green Petrol 1820cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

132,507 mi
Last recorded132,507 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2013
Typical for 1993 Subaru Impreza110,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL693 OVG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,820cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2013 132,507 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 129,334 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

battery insecure

Pass 28 Sep 2011 125,562 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Sep 2011 125,562 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 121,567 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 120,191 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 105,880 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

oil leak dripping onto exaust

Pass 26 Apr 2008 105,880 miles

oil leak dripping onto exaust

Pass 20 Feb 2007 104,454 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 104,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 102,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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L693 OVG is a 1993 Subaru Impreza in Green with a 1,820cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L693 OVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L693 OVG registered?

L693 OVG is a 1993 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 19 October 1993.

Is L693 OVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L693 OVG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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