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R266 RVN

1998 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

74,827 mi
Last recorded74,827 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 RVN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 74,827 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 74,827 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 74,827 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 74,827 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 74,827 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 74,827 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 74,827 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 74,827 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 78,465 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 78,465 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 74,865 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 74,827 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 74,827 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 74,827 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 74,827 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 74,827 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 74,826 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 74,812 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 74,813 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 74,609 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 69,660 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 72,596 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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R266 RVN is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R266 RVN, 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

How do I check the history of R266 RVN?

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What year was R266 RVN registered?

R266 RVN is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R266 RVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R266 RVN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R266 RVN have outstanding finance?

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