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P221 MKW

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

126,918 mi
Last recorded126,918 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 MKW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 126,918 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT CHASSIS RAIL CRUMPLED BY IMPACT AT FRONT CROSSMEMBER

Nearside front tyre worn

Fail 16 Mar 2016 123,160 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end, in wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end, in wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high both, adjusted on site (1.8)

NEARSIDE FRONT CHASSIS RAIL CRUMPLED BY IMPACT AT FRONT CROSSMEMBER

Nearside front tyre worn

Fail 18 Feb 2016 126,837 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 121,650 miles

plastic cover on both sills

Fail 11 Nov 2014 121,650 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

plastic cover on both sills

Fail 4 Jul 2013 119,115 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

all suspension components corroding

fuel filler pipes corroded

fuel tank straps corroded

rear wheel bearings rough

silencer system corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2013 119,115 miles

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

all suspension components corroding

fuel filler pipes corroded

fuel tank straps corroded

rear wheel bearings rough

silencer system corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2012 112,275 miles

slight damage to offside front wing

Fail 19 Jul 2012 112,274 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight damage to offside front wing

Pass 17 Jan 2012 110,015 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 110,015 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Jan 2011 106,235 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 106,235 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 104,021 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 104,021 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 101,444 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 100,187 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 97,546 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 94,687 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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P221 MKW is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 106,850 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 P221 MKW, 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 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P221 MKW registered?

P221 MKW is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 9 April 1997.

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