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P618 CRN

2008 Subaru Sambar

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,729 mi
Last recorded118,729 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru Sambar72,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 CRN
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 118,729 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 117,487 miles

Underside slightly corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2016 116,350 miles

vehical underside would benifit from wax oil treatment

Fail 13 Jun 2016 116,316 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tailpipe (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S wiper blade starting to split

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Pass 22 Apr 2015 114,400 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 114,382 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 111,051 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 109,348 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 109,342 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 107,791 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 104,915 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 104,908 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 102,819 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 102,812 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 99,862 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Sambar?

Based on 813 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,253
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
fog lamp missing 21
position lamp(s) not working 18
Statutory seat belt missing 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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P618 CRN is a 2008 Subaru Sambar in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Sambar models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 72,204 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Sambar fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P618 CRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Sambar typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru Sambar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P618 CRN registered?

P618 CRN is a 2008 Subaru Sambar, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is P618 CRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P618 CRN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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