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R960 SDP

1997 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,809 mi
Last recorded121,809 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza106,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR960 SDP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 121,809 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2011 121,506 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2010 121,212 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 117,720 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 110,679 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 110,679 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 101,452 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 96,167 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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R960 SDP is a 1997 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R960 SDP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R960 SDP registered?

R960 SDP is a 1997 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R960 SDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R960 SDP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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