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R136 CCY

1997 Subaru Sambar

White Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,484 mi
Last recorded126,484 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Subaru Sambar86,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 CCY
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 126,484 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 126,470 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 126,470 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Subaru Sambar?

Based on 813 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,253
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
fog lamp missing 21
position lamp(s) not working 18
Statutory seat belt missing 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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R136 CCY is a 1997 Subaru Sambar in White with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Sambar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 86,095 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Sambar fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R136 CCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R136 CCY registered?

R136 CCY is a 1997 Subaru Sambar, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is R136 CCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R136 CCY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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