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P989 MKP

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

110,581 mi
Last recorded110,581 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP989 MKP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 110,581 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 110,518 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 110,464 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 110,099 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 110,008 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 109,917 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 108,605 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 108,605 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 107,529 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 106,603 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 104,230 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 102,143 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 99,121 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 96,919 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 95,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 93,960 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 91,699 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 88,899 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 86,543 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 77,273 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 65,312 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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P989 MKP is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P989 MKP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P989 MKP registered?

P989 MKP is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is P989 MKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P989 MKP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P989 MKP have outstanding finance?

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