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N15 DSM

2000 Subaru Imprezza

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,025 mi
Last recorded83,025 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2011
Typical for 2000 Subaru Imprezza82,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN15 DSM
MakeSubaru
ModelImprezza
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2011 83,025 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 73,082 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 70,367 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 2 Jul 2009 70,367 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 65,748 miles

0ff side dip beam low limit

near side front shocker damp

nick to off side front tyre side wall

off side rear brake pipes slight corrosion / where come through floor to junction

slight play both front anti roll bar link rods

Fail 26 Jun 2008 65,748 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

0ff side dip beam low limit

near side front shocker damp

nick to off side front tyre side wall

off side rear brake pipes slight corrosion / where come through floor to junction

slight play both front anti roll bar link rods

Pass 22 Jun 2007 63,611 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 63,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 57,516 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Imprezza?

Based on 1,159 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
3,988
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 48
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
fog lamp not working 38
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Steering rack gaiter split 28
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N15 DSM is a 2000 Subaru Imprezza in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Subaru Imprezza models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 82,952 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 Imprezza fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N15 DSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Imprezza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this Subaru Imprezza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N15 DSM registered?

N15 DSM is a 2000 Subaru Imprezza, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is N15 DSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N15 DSM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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