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N103 VEC

1996 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,100 mi
Last recorded119,100 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2013
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN103 VEC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Dec 2013 119,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 119,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Feb 2013 110,044 miles

both rear tyres starting to get low and worn on inner edges

o/s/f inner rim out of shape

o/s/f outter cv boot slightly split but not allowing ingress

outter sill covers fitted to vehicle

serious engine oil leak

slight blow from exhaust manifold

strong advise - both front tyres low tread and worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Feb 2012 102,644 miles

both rear outer seat belts slow to retract

engine and transmission oil leak

Fail 24 Feb 2012 102,642 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both rear outer seat belts slow to retract

engine and transmission oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2011 95,627 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine oil leak sump damaged

Pass 5 Feb 2010 86,824 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine sump damaged

front and rear tyres uneven wear low tread/possible front wheel alignment required

handbrake lever travel

Pass 12 Feb 2009 76,587 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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N103 VEC is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 107,438 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 N103 VEC, 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 30 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 N103 VEC registered?

N103 VEC is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N103 VEC safe to buy?

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