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P288 LSD

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Lpg 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,754 mi
Last recorded122,754 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP288 LSD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2013 122,754 miles

offside and nearside front tyres worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 20 Mar 2012 117,292 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 108,376 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion to offside rear outer sill to floor pan

rear shock absorbers slightly bouncy

unable to check outer sills body kit fitted as standard

Pass 9 Mar 2011 108,376 miles

corrosion to offside rear outer sill to floor pan

rear shock absorbers slightly bouncy

unable to check outer sills body kit fitted as standard

Pass 19 Mar 2010 101,329 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 101,329 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 86,920 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 86,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 79,067 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 74,772 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 70,831 miles

offside front window does not opperate

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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P288 LSD is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P288 LSD, 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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P288 LSD is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P288 LSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P288 LSD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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