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P459 AYG

1997 Subaru Impreza

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

102,728 mi
Last recorded102,728 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP459 AYG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 102,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 May 2025 102,553 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2024 102,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 102,014 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 101,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 101,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 101,316 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 99,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 9 Feb 2017 99,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 96,108 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 95,142 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 93,257 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 90,787 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 87,815 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 84,667 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 82,099 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 77,882 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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P459 AYG is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P459 AYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P459 AYG registered?

P459 AYG is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P459 AYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P459 AYG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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