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N572 XSA

1996 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1820cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

121,762 mi
Last recorded121,762 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2009
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN572 XSA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,820cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2009 121,762 miles

Battery insecure

Offside front wing very rusty, sharp edges covered with tape

Fail 26 Nov 2009 121,719 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Offside front wing very rusty, sharp edges covered with tape

Stop lights not working, vehicle's behind wont know when brakes used

Pass 6 Oct 2008 116,117 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 114,055 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

corrosion to o/s/f wing

deterioration to rear suspension bushes

Fail 18 Jun 2007 112,311 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

advise only all suspension mounting bushes worn and cracked

advise only o/s front brake back plate rusted

advise only under the vehicle is rusted

Pass 16 Jun 2006 105,902 miles

various brake hoses corroded on ferules

Fail 16 Jun 2006 105,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

various brake hoses corroded on ferules

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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N572 XSA is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,820cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 N572 XSA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N572 XSA registered?

N572 XSA is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N572 XSA safe to buy?

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