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R261 UGC

1998 Subaru Impreza

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,857 mi
Last recorded63,857 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 UGC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2012 63,857 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear subframe bushes nearside and offside are deteriorated

Fail 13 Jul 2012 63,857 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear subframe bushes nearside and offside are deteriorated

Pass 24 Jun 2011 58,698 miles

Various rear suspension rubbers deteriorating but do not have excessive play

Pass 28 Jun 2010 54,111 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres are cracking

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 51,978 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 48,272 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 42,689 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 40,067 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 35,874 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front registration plate cracked

nearside headlamp washer leaking recommend attention

nearside rear tyre starting to crack

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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R261 UGC is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R261 UGC, 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 R261 UGC registered?

R261 UGC is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R261 UGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 UGC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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