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R169 HPU

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,331 mi
Last recorded93,331 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR169 HPU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 93,331 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 90,386 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 88,417 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 45,729 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 45,729 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 83,986 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 82,953 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 78,098 miles

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK REAR WHEEL BEARINGS DUE TO 4WD

Fail 24 Apr 2008 78,098 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

CAT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK REAR WHEEL BEARINGS DUE TO 4WD

Fail 19 Apr 2008 77,993 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 24 Apr 2007 71,429 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 64,019 miles

slight play in all shockers

smell of petrol in the car but no leek found

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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R169 HPU is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 100,015 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 R169 HPU, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R169 HPU registered?

R169 HPU is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 July 1998.

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