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S443 BNT

1998 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,119 mi
Last recorded181,119 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS443 BNT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 181,119 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 170,792 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 168,760 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 163,536 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 162,300 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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S443 BNT is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S443 BNT, 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 S443 BNT registered?

S443 BNT is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is S443 BNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S443 BNT shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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