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R833 KMV

1997 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,363 mi
Last recorded48,363 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR833 KMV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 48,363 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 48,048 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 47,799 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 46,642 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 45,174 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 43,400 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 39,537 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 39,531 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 37,111 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 36,505 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 31,550 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 30,900 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 29,996 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 29,596 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R833 KMV is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R833 KMV, 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 R833 KMV registered?

R833 KMV is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R833 KMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R833 KMV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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