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R41 DBW

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,689 mi
Last recorded118,689 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 DBW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 118,689 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 117,646 miles

Slight corrosion underbody

Pass 11 Jul 2014 117,112 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

extensiv underbody corrosion

Fail 11 Jul 2014 117,112 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

extensiv underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2013 116,811 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 116,593 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/r tyre sidewall perishing

Pass 29 Sep 2010 114,860 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

split pin retainer missing

Fail 29 Sep 2010 114,860 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

split pin retainer missing

Pass 27 Jun 2009 110,012 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 102,199 miles

rear exhaust box corroded and in poor condition, o/s/f tyre getting low.

Pass 5 May 2007 89,359 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 82,234 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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R41 DBW is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R41 DBW, 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 R41 DBW registered?

R41 DBW is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is R41 DBW safe to buy?

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