MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
139,443 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Centre Front registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)
Centre Rear registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
n/s/f tyreworn on inner edge
o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?
Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.
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P242 DOA is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 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 P242 DOA, 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 P242 DOA registered?
P242 DOA is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 January 1997.
Is P242 DOA safe to buy?
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