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R511 DFC

1997 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR511 DFC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 May 2026

competition rally car log book number46844 valid until 04/12/2034

Pass 26 Mar 2025
Pass 8 Dec 2023 4,058 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 Front 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 28 Jul 2022 4,055 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 3,067 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 3,055 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 3,055 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 3,055 miles

o/s/f brake slight bind

pre 1991 engine fitted so emission tested accordingly

underside heavily guarded so obscuring components

Pass 16 Feb 2008 3,055 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 3,055 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 3,055 miles

2 seats fitted

majority of underside and sills covered with protective sheeting, not allowing full inspection

no vin plate found

presenter provided proof of 1991 engine fitted.

rally prepared vehicle with extensive modifications

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

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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R511 DFC is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R511 DFC, 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 R511 DFC registered?

R511 DFC is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R511 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R511 DFC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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