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SL02 ESO

2002 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

122,339 mi
Last recorded122,339 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Subaru Impreza78,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 ESO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 122,339 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 116,145 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine light on

radiator support corroded

Fail 3 Aug 2015 116,145 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)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine light on

radiator support corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2014 103,122 miles

all springs corroded

brake pipes corroded going into pipe block

engine light on

o/s/f brake pipe slightly corroded

o/s/r inner sill corroded

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2013 88,815 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 88,813 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 107,460 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 95,102 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 89,481 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009
Pass 29 May 2008 70,530 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 56,488 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 56,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2006 38,917 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 38,706 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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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SL02 ESO is a 2002 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 78,101 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 Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL02 ESO, 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 24 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL02 ESO registered?

SL02 ESO is a 2002 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 21 May 2002.

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