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P186 FTS

1996 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,778 mi
Last recorded140,778 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP186 FTS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 140,778 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 140,770 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Aug 2015 137,551 miles

front tyres close to limit

rusty rear backing plates

seat belts sticking when recoiling

slightly rusty rear axle

slightly rusty rear brake pipes

Pass 15 Jan 2011 86,109 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 86,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 84,664 miles

vehicle modified

Pass 24 May 2008 83,609 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

off side front brake binding slightly

steering rack weaping

Pass 21 Dec 2006 78,340 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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P186 FTS is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P186 FTS, 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 P186 FTS registered?

P186 FTS is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P186 FTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P186 FTS shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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