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W129 VLB

2000 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,732 mi
Last recorded108,732 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2000 Subaru Impreza90,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW129 VLB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 108,732 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 108,643 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 108,625 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 108,625 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 105,214 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 96,228 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 86,515 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 86,511 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 83,952 miles

plastic lower engine cover insecure.

rear exhaust at flange pin holed.

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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W129 VLB is a 2000 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 90,155 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 W129 VLB, 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 26 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W129 VLB?

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What year was W129 VLB registered?

W129 VLB is a 2000 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is W129 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W129 VLB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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