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N85 MVF

1996 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,986 mi
Last recorded74,986 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN85 MVF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 74,986 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 74,786 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 74,451 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Mar 2016 73,719 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 73,719 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 71,640 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 16 Mar 2007 69,369 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 64,585 miles

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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N85 MVF is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N85 MVF, 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

How do I check the history of N85 MVF?

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What year was N85 MVF registered?

N85 MVF is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N85 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N85 MVF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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