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N196 FPO

1996 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,411 mi
Last recorded138,411 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN196 FPO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 138,411 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 138,375 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 138,294 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 138,238 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 138,082 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 138,082 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 137,830 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 137,639 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 136,696 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 136,080 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 13,580 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

centre stop light inop

Fail 31 Jul 2015 135,177 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

centre stop light inop

Pass 26 Aug 2014 132,604 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 130,684 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 127,787 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 127,428 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 125,207 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 120,530 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2008 112,518 miles

OFFSIDE & NEARSIDE Rear subframe carrier bushes are slightly deteriorated.

Pass 4 Apr 2007 106,000 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 96,575 miles

slight play in both front wishbone rear bushes.

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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N196 FPO is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N196 FPO, 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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What year was N196 FPO registered?

N196 FPO is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 11 January 1996.

Is N196 FPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N196 FPO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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