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P30 JEF

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

68,309 mi
Last recorded68,309 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP30 JEF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 68,309 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 67,907 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 67,330 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021
Pass 21 Sep 2020

heavy surface corrosion to outer sill rear sections

Pass 30 Sep 2019 66,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 66,479 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 65,930 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 65,316 miles

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

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

surface corrosion to offside outer sill rear section. obscured by sill cover

Pass 14 Sep 2015 63,537 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 62,702 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 61,441 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all coil springs corroded

front and rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2013 61,441 miles

front and rear brake discs worn and corroded

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all coil springs corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2012 58,822 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front and rear brake discs slightly corroded

front wipers split

Pass 9 Sep 2011 56,600 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front disc's are worn.

Pass 10 Sep 2010 54,368 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 52,872 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 50,976 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 50,305 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 46,982 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 44,819 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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P30 JEF is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 100,015 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 P30 JEF, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P30 JEF registered?

P30 JEF is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is P30 JEF safe to buy?

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