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P277 XTN

1997 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,074 mi
Last recorded164,074 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP277 XTN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 164,074 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 149,501 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 116,865 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 109,885 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

front ferrules rusty

fuel filler pipe corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2009 109,885 miles

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

front ferrules rusty

fuel filler pipe corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2008 100,025 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 98,284 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 95,331 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

near side front tyre wearing on inside edge

off side front tyre wearing on inside edge

off side rear tyre wearing on outer edge

some surface corrosion on brake pipes over fuel tank

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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P277 XTN is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P277 XTN, 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 P277 XTN registered?

P277 XTN is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P277 XTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P277 XTN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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