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P31 PVM

1997 Subaru Impreza Gl

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,866 mi
Last recorded69,866 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 PVM
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Gl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2007 69,866 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

both front tyres just on limit

exhaust corroded

rear brakepads wearing thin

rear discs slightly worn corroded

slight judder at front brakes

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 Dec 2006 67,778 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2006 67,772 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Dec 2005 59,475 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Gl?

Based on 1,738 MOT tests across 325 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
4,506
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 93
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 73
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 70
constant velocity joint gaiter split 68
fog lamp not working 54
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P31 PVM is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Gl in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P31 PVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P31 PVM is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Gl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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