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R144 KDS

1997 Subaru Sambar

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,419 mi
Last recorded141,419 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Subaru Sambar86,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 KDS
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 141,419 miles

oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2025 127,032 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

oil leak

osf wheel slightly damaged

Pass 16 Apr 2024 111,070 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 13 May 2023 100,797 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 97,616 miles

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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R144 KDS is a 1997 Subaru Sambar in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R144 KDS, 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 R144 KDS registered?

R144 KDS is a 1997 Subaru Sambar, first registered on 9 November 1997.

Is R144 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 KDS shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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