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M555 AJC

1997 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

159,875 mi
Last recorded159,875 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM555 AJC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 159,875 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 159,819 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 159,567 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 159,416 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 159,066 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 158,675 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 158,671 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 158,638 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 158,229 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 157,819 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 156,338 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 154,823 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 152,016 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 149,581 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 149,365 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Jan 2012 146,124 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 146,124 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 143,174 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 139,132 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 134,578 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 127,155 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 127,153 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 121,840 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 106,240 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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M555 AJC is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 106,850 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 M555 AJC, 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 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M555 AJC registered?

M555 AJC is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 December 1997.

Is M555 AJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M555 AJC shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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