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R85 BMY

1998 Subaru Justy

Purple Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

93,598 mi
Last recorded93,598 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Subaru Justy57,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR85 BMY
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2015 93,598 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at rear of floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill at rear under car (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at rear under car (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at centre (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at rear (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at rear of floor (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe area (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 92,150 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 92,141 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 88,140 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 88,136 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)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 83,263 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 80,188 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 77,144 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 72,996 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 68,944 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 65,128 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2006 60,932 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 60,928 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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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R85 BMY is a 1998 Subaru Justy in Purple with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 R85 BMY, 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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What year was R85 BMY registered?

R85 BMY is a 1998 Subaru Justy, first registered on 20 January 1998.

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