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R345 KDS

1997 Subaru Sambar

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,472 mi
Last recorded119,472 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Subaru Sambar86,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR345 KDS
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 119,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 117,960 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 117,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 117,144 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 115,411 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Sambar?

Based on 813 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,253
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
fog lamp missing 21
position lamp(s) not working 18
Statutory seat belt missing 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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R345 KDS is a 1997 Subaru Sambar in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Sambar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 86,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Sambar fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R345 KDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Sambar typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Subaru Sambar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R345 KDS registered?

R345 KDS is a 1997 Subaru Sambar, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R345 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R345 KDS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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