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S589 JFV

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,004 mi
Last recorded36,004 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS589 JFV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 36,004 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 35,969 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 35,917 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 35,872 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 35,587 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 35,271 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 34,863 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 33,363 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 32,347 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 31,946 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 31,035 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 30,824 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 30,633 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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S589 JFV is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 S589 JFV, 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 S589 JFV registered?

S589 JFV is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is S589 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S589 JFV shows 13 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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