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R336 LCG

1998 Subaru 1800

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR336 LCG
MakeSubaru
Model1800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc
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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015

oil leak

Fail 10 Sep 2015

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

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

oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2010 131,060 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 131,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine managment light on.

Pass 14 Aug 2009 126,160 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 126,160 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 13 Aug 2009 126,160 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

although fog light at rear is working, intensity vey low.

hear shield on exhaust down pipe rusted and loose...rattles

Pass 2 Sep 2008 119,869 miles

Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

oil level on minimum

Pass 24 Jul 2007 111,474 miles

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

heat shield on o/s/ down pipe loose rattles

Fail 24 Jul 2007 111,474 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

heat shield on o/s/ down pipe loose rattles

Pass 21 Jul 2006 104,029 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 104,029 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Subaru 1800?

Based on 446 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,544
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 29
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R336 LCG is a 1998 Subaru 1800 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Subaru 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R336 LCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Subaru 1800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R336 LCG registered?

R336 LCG is a 1998 Subaru 1800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R336 LCG safe to buy?

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