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P963 TVS

1997 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

201,902 mi
Last recorded201,902 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP963 TVS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 201,902 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 31 Jul 2017 201,896 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded top arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded top arch (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Aug 2014 195,259 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 195,259 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2013 189,405 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2013 189,403 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2012 182,808 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 176,675 miles

movement in osf wheel / nsf shocker damp / slight underbody and brake pipe corrosion / oil leaks

Pass 8 Jul 2010 170,491 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 162,422 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 156,305 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 30 Jun 2008 156,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 147,209 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 130,036 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 113,697 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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P963 TVS is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P963 TVS, 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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P963 TVS is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 May 1997.

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