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MIB 854

2008 Subaru Sambar

Blue Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,708 mi
Last recorded49,708 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru Sambar72,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 854
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 49,708 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 49,708 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 49,439 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 49,437 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2019 48,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jan 2019 48,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 47,312 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 46,324 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 46,324 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front obligatory indirect vision device insecure sunvisor (8.1.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 43,217 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 40,848 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 40,048 miles

no exact match found in data manual, not cat emission test carried out

rear seat belts not fitted, vehicle has 'occasional seats'

Pass 30 Jun 2011 40,048 miles

Non cat test carried out(no match in data book)

occasional rear seats(no seat belts fitted)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 39,562 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 39,288 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 38,918 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Sambar?

Based on 813 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,253
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
fog lamp missing 21
position lamp(s) not working 18
Statutory seat belt missing 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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MIB 854 is a 2008 Subaru Sambar in Blue with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Sambar models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 72,204 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Sambar fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIB 854, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Sambar typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru Sambar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MIB 854 registered?

MIB 854 is a 2008 Subaru Sambar, first registered on 1 November 2008.

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