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N378 HTP

1996 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

122,803 mi
Last recorded122,803 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2011
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN378 HTP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2011 122,803 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 122,803 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 118,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 29 Jul 2010 118,748 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 109,459 miles

all coil springs corroding

both steering rack boots perishing

n/s/r tyre on limit

outer sills covered

rear brake discs ridged

Pass 18 Sep 2007 100,613 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 100,613 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 100,610 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 100,610 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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N378 HTP is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N378 HTP, 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 N378 HTP registered?

N378 HTP is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N378 HTP safe to buy?

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