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P173 CLS

1996 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD

Red Petrol 1820cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,962 mi
Last recorded106,962 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD116,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP173 CLS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Gl 4WD
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,820cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2008 106,962 miles

4 rear subframe mounting bushes perished

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s wiper blade torn

Pass 12 Jul 2007 103,850 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 100,913 miles

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

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD?

Based on 2,029 MOT tests across 461 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
6,856
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
461
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 187
Brake pipe excessively corroded 180
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 171
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Registration plate lamp not working 97
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P173 CLS is a 1996 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD in Red with a 1,820cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 116,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 187 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P173 CLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P173 CLS registered?

P173 CLS is a 1996 Subaru Impreza Gl 4WD, first registered on 20 August 1996.

Is P173 CLS safe to buy?

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