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P518 VRF

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,746 mi
Last recorded52,746 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP518 VRF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2008 52,746 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 52,746 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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P518 VRF is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P518 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 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P518 VRF?

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What year was P518 VRF registered?

P518 VRF is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is P518 VRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P518 VRF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P518 VRF have outstanding finance?

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