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R413 LUY

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

142,216 mi
Last recorded142,216 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR413 LUY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 142,216 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in plastic coating and showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

car has fresh under seal unable to fully inspect

Pass 14 Dec 2017 129,747 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 129,747 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 121,992 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 108,776 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 95,784 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 90,307 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 84,762 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 81,811 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 81,267 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 79,670 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 76,556 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 73,478 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 71,179 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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R413 LUY is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 106,850 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 R413 LUY, 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 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R413 LUY registered?

R413 LUY is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R413 LUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R413 LUY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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