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S796 UEY

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,271 mi
Last recorded147,271 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS796 UEY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2017 147,271 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 145,981 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 145,060 miles

underbody of car starting to get in poor condition

Pass 12 Apr 2014 144,751 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 143,155 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 140,537 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 140,255 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 130,210 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 121,251 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 109,254 miles

slight play in o/s/f drop link

Pass 14 Apr 2007 99,380 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 90,140 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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S796 UEY is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 S796 UEY, 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 S796 UEY registered?

S796 UEY is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S796 UEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S796 UEY shows 12 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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