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P661 PGK

1997 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

188,206 mi
Last recorded188,206 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP661 PGK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 188,206 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 188,136 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 185,475 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 175,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 164,843 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 147,806 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 147,806 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 137,445 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 137,445 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 137,234 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 137,001 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 135,943 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 133,596 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 127,524 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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P661 PGK is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P661 PGK, 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.

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What year was P661 PGK registered?

P661 PGK is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P661 PGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P661 PGK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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