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R18 SJB

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,235 mi
Last recorded130,235 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR18 SJB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 130,235 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 128,723 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 127,936 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 126,203 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 125,744 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 124,108 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 123,503 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 122,400 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 121,998 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 121,098 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 118,834 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 114,032 miles

front blades split slightly

ns headlamp beam image poor

sor tyre worn on edges

Pass 19 Aug 2011 110,293 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 107,400 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 100,789 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 89,993 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 79,903 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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R18 SJB is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R18 SJB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R18 SJB registered?

R18 SJB is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R18 SJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R18 SJB shows 17 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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