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R746 AKW

1998 Subaru Justy

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

45,121 mi
Last recorded45,121 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Subaru Justy57,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR746 AKW
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2015 45,121 miles

Extensive corrosion on body/chassis

Fail 20 Jan 2015 45,121 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Extensive corrosion on body/chassis

Pass 19 Feb 2014 45,109 miles

Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jan 2014 45,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s front disc heat discoloured

sills to floor patched

subframes heavily rusted

Pass 10 Jan 2013 30,727 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2012 30,727 miles

Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 27,804 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 27,804 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,013 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 99,465 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 99,420 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 90,768 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 84,643 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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R746 AKW is a 1998 Subaru Justy in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Justy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 57,922 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 Justy fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R746 AKW, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Justy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R746 AKW is a 1998 Subaru Justy, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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