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P551 SWC

1996 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

93,980 mi
Last recorded93,980 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP551 SWC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 93,980 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 93,853 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 93,562 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 92,478 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 91,717 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 88,308 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 87,400 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 84,702 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 76,210 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 74,841 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 74,130 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 74,119 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 63,545 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 50,435 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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P551 SWC is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P551 SWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P551 SWC?

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What year was P551 SWC registered?

P551 SWC is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is P551 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P551 SWC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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