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L793 DNX

1993 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

189,870 mi
Last recorded189,870 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 1993 Subaru Impreza110,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL793 DNX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 189,870 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside and Offside outer sill lips damaged

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

Offside front chassis leg damaged

Fail 21 May 2015 180,367 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coolant leak

lower sill lips damaged and corrosion starting

slight play steering rack knuckles

Pass 21 May 2015 180,367 miles

coolant leak

lower sill lips damaged and corrosion starting

slight play steering rack knuckles

Fail 16 Apr 2014 188,946 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 emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

nearside front tyre cracked

offside front door handle damaged

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

battery tray corroded

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

sills,floors and chassis damaged

wiring clips and wiring needs tidying

Fail 22 Mar 2014 188,922 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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)

Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heatshield in engine bay ratteling

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

horn sticking

nearside front tyre inner shoulder cracking

offside front outer door handle ill fitted but not insecure

rear seats removed at time of test, seatbelts remain in situe

rear under carriage neon melted above exhaust

slight interaction on tell tales on dash when lights and indicators applied

Pass 18 Sep 2012 185,048 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front chassis and sills damaged

front exhaust mount missing

front number plate in incorrect position

rear seats missing

Fail 18 Sep 2012 185,048 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front chassis and sills damaged

front exhaust mount missing

front number plate in incorrect position

rear seats missing

Fail 29 Aug 2012 185,036 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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 emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front chassis legs and sills damaged

front exhaust mount missing

front number plate in incorrect position

rear seats missing at time of test

steering wheel screws insecure

Pass 8 Mar 2011 176,613 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

carried out non cat exhaust emmisions test ref. inspection manual 7.3 pages 8 & 9.

drivers door exterior handle loose

drivers seat loose but not insecure.

no rear seats fitted.

Pass 1 Oct 2009 172,196 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 172,185 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 160,500 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 140,531 miles

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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L793 DNX is a 1993 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 L793 DNX, 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.

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L793 DNX is a 1993 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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