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R402 DBD

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,255 mi
Last recorded118,255 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR402 DBD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 118,255 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion and offside front (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 118,217 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings and offside sill to floor areas (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion and offside front (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 112,791 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 108,526 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 106,594 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 103,478 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all tyres worn on edge

Pass 17 Nov 2011 103,478 miles

all tyres worn on edge

Pass 14 Jan 2011 99,455 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 94,102 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 85,839 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 76,101 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 76,101 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 69,386 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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R402 DBD is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R402 DBD, 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 R402 DBD registered?

R402 DBD is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 20 February 1998.

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The MOT history for R402 DBD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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