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P433 VRF

1996 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

226,094 mi
Last recorded226,094 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP433 VRF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 226,094 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 216,228 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 176,709 miles

0ffsie front strut some play at gland

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front strut top mount should be checked for correct alignment

Fail 30 Jun 2009 176,666 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

0ffsie front strut some play at gland

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front strut top mount should be checked for correct alignment

Pass 2 Jul 2008 165,688 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 156,459 miles
Fail 12 May 2007

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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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P433 VRF is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P433 VRF, 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 P433 VRF registered?

P433 VRF is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is P433 VRF safe to buy?

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