MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
232,591 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
offside front head lamp has a cracked lens,but secure.
offside front head lamp has a cracked lens,but secure.
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Gl AWD?
Based on 691 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R496 AVG is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Gl AWD in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Subaru Impreza Gl AWD models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 103,814 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Gl AWD fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R496 AVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Subaru Impreza Gl AWD typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza Gl AWD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R496 AVG registered?
R496 AVG is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Gl AWD, first registered on 22 October 1997.
Is R496 AVG safe to buy?
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