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S230 FUB

1998 Subaru Impreza Sport AWD

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,387 mi
Last recorded157,387 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza Sport AWD103,065 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS230 FUB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Sport AWD
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 157,387 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 157,189 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 157,360 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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 has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/r tyre is close to limits & worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Oct 2011 151,535 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 143,916 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 141,176 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 134,405 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 134,405 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 133,931 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 121,303 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Sport AWD?

Based on 6,646 MOT tests across 875 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
6,848
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
875
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 390
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 343
Registration plate lamp not working 268
Registration plate lamp not working 235
position lamp(s) not working 212
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S230 FUB is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Sport AWD in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Impreza Sport AWD models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 103,065 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Sport AWD fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S230 FUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Sport AWD typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Subaru Impreza Sport AWD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S230 FUB is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Sport AWD, first registered on 15 August 1998.

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