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LF51 PBU

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,778 mi
Last recorded92,778 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 PBU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 92,778 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 92,040 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 90,226 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 86,868 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 86,868 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 81,906 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 69,928 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 63,266 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 61,948 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 59,914 miles

both front tyres worn badley on inner edges

Pass 13 Jan 2010 55,096 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 55,096 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 48,931 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 42,554 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

both front tyre treads low edges

both wiper blades split

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged

n/s/f wheel rim damaged

Pass 3 Sep 2007 42,554 miles

both front tyre treads low edges

both wiper blades split

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged

n/s/f wheel rim damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2006 37,111 miles

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

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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LF51 PBU is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 85,841 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 LF51 PBU, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF51 PBU registered?

LF51 PBU is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is LF51 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 PBU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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