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PIL 9489

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,997 mi
Last recorded117,997 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIL 9489
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2013 117,997 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 107,947 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 104,253 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

gear box bolts loose!

Pass 24 Apr 2010 100,334 miles

gearbox bolt fouling offside inner cv joint

nearside inner cv boot split

Fail 24 Apr 2010 100,334 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

gearbox bolt fouling offside inner cv joint

nearside inner cv boot split

Pass 2 May 2009 95,921 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 91,806 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 87,703 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 81,180 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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PIL 9489 is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PIL 9489, 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 PIL 9489 registered?

PIL 9489 is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is PIL 9489 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PIL 9489 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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