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W278 VEL

2000 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,239 mi
Last recorded68,239 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 Subaru Impreza90,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 VEL
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2012 68,239 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

vehicle presenter has provided satisfactory documentation showing a pre 08/1992 replacement engine has been fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2012 68,239 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

vehicle presenter has provided satisfactory documentation showing a pre 08/1992 replacement engine has been fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2011 63,593 miles

O/S/F cv boot loose

O/S/F tyre has split but not too cords

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

clutch pedal rubber split

Pass 2 Mar 2010 59,913 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 54,386 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 52,015 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 49,429 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 47,904 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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W278 VEL is a 2000 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W278 VEL, 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.

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What year was W278 VEL registered?

W278 VEL is a 2000 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W278 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W278 VEL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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