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R276 OPC

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,694 mi
Last recorded93,694 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 OPC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2014 93,694 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 93,694 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 93,694 miles

General surface corrosion at rear crossmember.

Slight corrosion at both rear metal brake pipes at union ends, (no pitting).

Pass 27 Jul 2011 93,693 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 93,693 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 93,693 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 92,756 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 89,978 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 89,978 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 86,589 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 82,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R276 OPC is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R276 OPC, 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 R276 OPC registered?

R276 OPC is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R276 OPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R276 OPC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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