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R831 RTS

1998 Subaru Justy

Red Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,470 mi
Last recorded61,470 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Subaru Justy57,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR831 RTS
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2009 61,470 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 61,470 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 54,065 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 54,065 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE HOSE FERRULES CORRODED .

FUEL STAIN ON SIDE OF FUEL TANK .

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

OVERSIZED TYRES FITTED .CORROSION ON SILL SEAMS AND FLOOR .

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 44,603 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 44,586 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 41,440 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 41,438 miles

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

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

Cooling system radiator not in good condition † †Brake hose ferrulls corroded

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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R831 RTS is a 1998 Subaru Justy in Red with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R831 RTS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R831 RTS registered?

R831 RTS is a 1998 Subaru Justy, first registered on 7 January 1998.

Is R831 RTS safe to buy?

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