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R249 NDS

1997 Subaru Sambar

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,622 mi
Last recorded112,622 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Subaru Sambar86,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR249 NDS
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 112,622 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 112,621 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings bush worn (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2024 110,527 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 107,893 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 25 Apr 2023 107,861 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 104,920 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 104,628 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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R249 NDS is a 1997 Subaru Sambar in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R249 NDS, 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 R249 NDS registered?

R249 NDS is a 1997 Subaru Sambar, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R249 NDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R249 NDS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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