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S449 TDW

1998 Subaru Justy

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,708 mi
Last recorded91,708 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Subaru Justy57,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS449 TDW
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 91,708 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 84,670 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 84,670 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer and inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

foot brake travel quite excessive

Pass 18 Apr 2015 78,710 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 78,710 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 71,946 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 64,444 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 64,444 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 58,003 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 50,851 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 50,851 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 43,826 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 43,826 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 27 Mar 2009 34,453 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 27,656 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 26,100 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 26,100 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front shock leaking

offside front tyre worn

Pass 12 Jul 2006 23,962 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Justy?

Based on 47,648 MOT tests across 5,599 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,647
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
5,599
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,850
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,604
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,745
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,523
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S449 TDW is a 1998 Subaru Justy in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Justy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 57,922 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 Justy fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S449 TDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Justy typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Subaru Justy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S449 TDW is a 1998 Subaru Justy, first registered on 14 August 1998.

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