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S988 SPW

1999 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,859 mi
Last recorded126,859 miles
Recorded on2 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Subaru Impreza96,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS988 SPW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2013 126,859 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 May 2012 119,077 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake pads wearing low

nearside rear tyre worn on both edges

Pass 2 May 2012 119,077 miles

front brake pads wearing low

nearside rear tyre worn on both edges

Pass 4 May 2011 104,877 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 95,953 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 89,011 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 81,797 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Apr 2007 75,382 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 67,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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S988 SPW is a 1999 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 96,555 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 S988 SPW, 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 27 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 S988 SPW registered?

S988 SPW is a 1999 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 January 1999.

Is S988 SPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S988 SPW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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