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R544 LVL

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

148,982 mi
Last recorded148,982 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 LVL
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 148,982 miles

Offside Front lower arm,ball joint has slight play-strong advise

Offside Front steering rack boot in poor condition-strong advise

both front anti roll bar link bushes worn with slight play

both rear anti roll bar link bushes worn with slight play

rear disc's in poor condition condition

Pass 25 May 2018 131,316 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 113,865 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 101,616 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear close to limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 85,016 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 64,544 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

near side rear tyre side wallscracking

Fail 2 May 2014 64,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

near side rear tyre side wallscracking

Pass 20 Apr 2013 49,054 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 42,570 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 39,700 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 36,379 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 34,258 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 31,668 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 29,208 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 26,720 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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R544 LVL is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R544 LVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R544 LVL?

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What year was R544 LVL registered?

R544 LVL is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R544 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 LVL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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