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S368 BDU

1998 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

52,675 mi
Last recorded52,675 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS368 BDU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 52,675 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 52,615 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 50,907 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 50,816 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 50,704 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 50,609 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 50,511 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 50,418 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 50,323 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 50,196 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 50,004 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 48,755 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 47,690 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 45,600 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 44,185 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 41,454 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 38,916 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 37,151 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 35,435 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 35,435 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)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 32,928 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 30,985 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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S368 BDU is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 100,015 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 S368 BDU, 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 28 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 S368 BDU registered?

S368 BDU is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S368 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S368 BDU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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