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R530 RSM

1997 Subaru Justy

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,238 mi
Last recorded53,238 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Subaru Justy57,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR530 RSM
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 53,238 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 52,735 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 52,735 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 50,400 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 46,247 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 46,208 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 44,204 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 43,233 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 41,078 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 39,268 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2007 36,678 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 33,415 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Justy?

Based on 47,648 MOT tests across 5,599 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,647
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
5,599
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,850
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,604
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,745
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,523
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R530 RSM is a 1997 Subaru Justy in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Justy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 57,990 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Justy fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R530 RSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Justy typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Subaru Justy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R530 RSM registered?

R530 RSM is a 1997 Subaru Justy, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R530 RSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R530 RSM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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