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M318 SWP

1999 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

286,316 mi
Last recorded286,316 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Subaru Impreza96,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM318 SWP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 286,316 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 270,640 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 270,398 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 254,434 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2009 240,375 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 240,375 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 219,962 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 197,709 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2007 197,709 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 171,825 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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M318 SWP is a 1999 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 96,555 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 M318 SWP, 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 27 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 M318 SWP registered?

M318 SWP is a 1999 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 12 July 1999.

Is M318 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M318 SWP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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