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S38 COJ

1998 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,821 mi
Last recorded154,821 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS38 COJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 154,821 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 148,947 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2009 143,532 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 143,532 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 128,847 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system noisey but not deteriated

n/s wiper blade split but still clearing screen

Fail 2 May 2008 128,847 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system noisey but not deteriated

n/s wiper blade split but still clearing screen

Pass 5 Apr 2007 118,053 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 109,555 miles

oil leak

Fail 4 Apr 2006 109,555 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

oil leak

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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S38 COJ is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S38 COJ, 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.

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What year was S38 COJ registered?

S38 COJ is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S38 COJ safe to buy?

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