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S400 CBY

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

154,622 mi
Last recorded154,622 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS400 CBY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 154,622 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 153,733 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 153,226 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 152,842 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 151,777 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 149,964 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 149,838 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 149,465 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 149,029 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 149,024 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 146,778 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 144,445 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake discs pitted

underbody corrosion

Pass 27 May 2010 9,484 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 May 2010 9,468 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 May 2009 118,956 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 106,554 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 106,461 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 94,254 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 81,859 miles

advice nail in n/s/r tread pattern

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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S400 CBY is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 85,841 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 S400 CBY, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S400 CBY registered?

S400 CBY is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is S400 CBY safe to buy?

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