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P525 AHG

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,379 mi
Last recorded101,379 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP525 AHG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 101,379 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 100,962 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 100,347 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 87,114 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 86,590 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 86,136 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 85,002 miles

all suspension components front and rear have extensive surface corrosion

full inspection of rear brake pipes not possible due to position on vehicle

nearside front tyre has numerous service cracks

offside front tyre has numerous service cracks

sill trims fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 9 Apr 2019 85,002 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

all suspension components front and rear have extensive surface corrosion

full inspection of rear brake pipes not possible due to position on vehicle

nearside front tyre has numerous service cracks

offside front tyre has numerous service cracks

sill trims fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 6 Jun 2013 83,168 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 79,636 miles

slight corosion on all brake pipes

Pass 14 May 2010 76,282 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 72,530 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 72,530 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 65,179 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 62,624 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 59,967 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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P525 AHG is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P525 AHG, 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 P525 AHG registered?

P525 AHG is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P525 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P525 AHG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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