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L714 LSS

1994 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD

Orange Petrol 1820cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

142,310 mi
Last recorded142,310 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2008
Typical for 1994 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD115,145 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL714 LSS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Gl 4WD
Year1994
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,820cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2008 142,310 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

n/s inner c/v boot split

Pass 29 Aug 2007 135,779 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 135,779 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 129,881 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 129,881 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front bumper insecure

all tyres worn near legal limit

n/s/f driveshaft inner boot split

o/s and n/s rear suspension arm bushes worn

Pass 3 Aug 2005 12,257 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 12,257 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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L714 LSS is a 1994 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD in Orange with a 1,820cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 115,145 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 L714 LSS, 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 32 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 L714 LSS registered?

L714 LSS is a 1994 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD, first registered on 17 February 1994.

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