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L989 NBV

1993 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,360 mi
Last recorded46,360 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2007
Typical for 1993 Subaru Impreza Wrx109,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL989 NBV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2007 46,360 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 46,304 miles

Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Heat wrap on exhaust downpipe insecure

N/s/f headlamp aim high in comparison yo o/s/f but within range

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

O/s/f tyre approaching legal limits

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear seats and seat belts removed prior to presentation

Pass 26 Jul 2006 45,029 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 59,267 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?

Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
4,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 377
fog lamp not working 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 283
Steering rack gaiter split 271
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L989 NBV is a 1993 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 109,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L989 NBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L989 NBV registered?

L989 NBV is a 1993 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 10 September 1993.

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The MOT history for L989 NBV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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