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SUI 554

1990 Subaru Sambar

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,599 mi
Last recorded90,599 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUI 554
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 90,599 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2025 90,536 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2025 90,492 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to being excessively high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 89,733 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Underbody and components covered in underseal

Pass 22 Jul 2021 89,634 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 89,177 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 88,756 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 88,576 miles

front steering pivot bush worn but not excessive

How Reliable is the Subaru Sambar?

Based on 813 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,253
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
fog lamp missing 21
position lamp(s) not working 18
Statutory seat belt missing 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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SUI 554 is a 1990 Subaru Sambar in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Subaru Sambar fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SUI 554, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Sambar typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 36 years old, this Subaru Sambar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SUI 554 registered?

SUI 554 is a 1990 Subaru Sambar, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is SUI 554 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUI 554 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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