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S241 VWJ

2014 Subaru Vivio

White Petrol 658cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

113,409 mi
Last recorded113,409 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS241 VWJ
MakeSubaru
ModelVivio
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine658cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 113,409 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear at offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 113,037 miles

rear seats missing at time of test

tale gate lock deteriorated but the door can still be opened and closed

Fail 3 Jun 2024 113,034 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Main beam tell-tale needs looking at

Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed tale gate (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 30 Jan 2024 112,929 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure front panel (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 112,926 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing forward facing seat (7.1.2 (a))

Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 112,428 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 112,195 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 109,941 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 109,941 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2020 105,236 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2020 105,236 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2014 86,238 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 86,238 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Vivio?

Based on 1,694 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
2,030
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 158
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
constant velocity joint gaiter split 95
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 84
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S241 VWJ is a 2014 Subaru Vivio in White with a 658cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

The most common reason a Subaru Vivio fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S241 VWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Vivio typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 12 years old, this Subaru Vivio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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S241 VWJ is a 2014 Subaru Vivio, first registered on 1 September 2014.

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