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N156 CDP

1996 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

120,727 mi
Last recorded120,727 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN156 CDP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 120,727 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 120,307 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 117,674 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 116,973 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 116,303 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 115,184 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 113,392 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 109,480 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 104,777 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 101,172 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 101,172 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 100,153 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 98,367 miles

n/s/r light unit cracked

Pass 16 Feb 2008 59,650 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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N156 CDP is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N156 CDP, 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.

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How do I check the history of N156 CDP?

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What year was N156 CDP registered?

N156 CDP is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N156 CDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N156 CDP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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