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SP51 BXL

2001 Subaru Impreza

Yellow Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

136,022 mi
Last recorded136,022 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 BXL
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 136,022 miles

corrosion to vehicle underside, vehicle structure, rear subframe and underside exposed components

Pass 9 Sep 2017 128,965 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 114,256 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside vehicle (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Sep 2015 105,586 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 105,556 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe from rear joint to hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe from rear joint to hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working offside and nearside (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow at front section and mountings missing/off at rear (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 96,173 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 96,163 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 80,749 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 75,449 miles

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

front discs worn

Pass 28 Jan 2011 72,521 miles

n/s/r inner tyre wall slightly perished

Fail 28 Jan 2011 72,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

n/s/r inner tyre wall slightly perished

Pass 22 Jan 2010 67,750 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 60,030 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 50,742 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 42,895 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 37,198 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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SP51 BXL is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Yellow with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 85,841 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 SP51 BXL, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SP51 BXL is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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