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P249 WFC

1996 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

128,842 mi
Last recorded128,842 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 WFC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 128,842 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 125,463 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 122,317 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wing (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 119,513 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 116,451 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 115,000 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 115,033 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 114,102 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 112,827 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 111,953 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 109,801 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 108,521 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 108,521 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 107,167 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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P249 WFC is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P249 WFC, 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 P249 WFC registered?

P249 WFC is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 19 September 1996.

Is P249 WFC safe to buy?

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