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P829 AFE

1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,791 mi
Last recorded78,791 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx102,843 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP829 AFE
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2011 78,791 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 71,489 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2008 72,400 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Mar 2008 72,400 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?

Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
4,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 377
fog lamp not working 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 283
Steering rack gaiter split 271
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P829 AFE is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 102,843 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P829 AFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P829 AFE registered?

P829 AFE is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P829 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P829 AFE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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