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N218 BAJ

1996 Subaru Impreza Gl

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,536 mi
Last recorded126,536 miles
Recorded on1 May 2008
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza Gl86,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN218 BAJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Gl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 1 May 2008 126,536 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 118,886 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 98,699 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Gl?

Based on 1,738 MOT tests across 325 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
4,506
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 93
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 73
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 70
constant velocity joint gaiter split 68
fog lamp not working 54
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N218 BAJ is a 1996 Subaru Impreza Gl in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Impreza Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 86,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N218 BAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Subaru Impreza Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N218 BAJ registered?

N218 BAJ is a 1996 Subaru Impreza Gl, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N218 BAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N218 BAJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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