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R263 MTO

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,033 mi
Last recorded128,033 miles
Recorded on18 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 MTO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 May 2015 128,033 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 128,033 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 May 2014 120,694 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 115,976 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 112,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 108,895 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 103,167 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 96,933 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 89,978 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 84,362 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 May 2007 84,362 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 78,411 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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R263 MTO 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 83.3%.

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 R263 MTO, 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 R263 MTO registered?

R263 MTO is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R263 MTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R263 MTO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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