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N948 HWC

1996 Subaru Imprezza

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,013 mi
Last recorded78,013 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN948 HWC
MakeSubaru
ModelImprezza
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2006 78,013 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Sep 2006 78,013 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

How Reliable is the Subaru Imprezza?

Based on 1,159 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
3,988
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 48
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
fog lamp not working 38
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Steering rack gaiter split 28
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N948 HWC is a 1996 Subaru Imprezza in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Subaru Imprezza fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N948 HWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was N948 HWC registered?

N948 HWC is a 1996 Subaru Imprezza, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N948 HWC safe to buy?

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