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VU51 ECW

2001 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

120,442 mi
Last recorded120,442 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 ECW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2016 120,442 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 116,600 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 110,458 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 93,843 miles

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

advise slight play in nearside rear top susp bushe/bearing mount

Fail 16 Jun 2011 93,843 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 86,358 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 83,246 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 83,236 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 4 Mar 2008 74,586 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 74,586 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 68,693 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 68,693 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Both rear tyres low inner edge,just legal

Pass 24 Nov 2005 60,834 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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VU51 ECW is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 VU51 ECW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU51 ECW registered?

VU51 ECW is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is VU51 ECW safe to buy?

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