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W301 NFG

2000 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

109,336 mi
Last recorded109,336 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Subaru Impreza90,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW301 NFG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 109,336 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 109,334 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (holed) (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2018 103,487 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Bumper insecure ()

nearside cill damaged

Fail 11 Apr 2018 102,931 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Tie bar/rod locating pin retaining device not properly locked track rod locking pin missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear bumper is insecure

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded going to 4 pipe 'junction box' (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor near brake pipe junction box (2.4.A.3)

both front anti roll bar links have excessive free play

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

rear fuel pipes excessively corroded/weak

Pass 8 Apr 2017 93,932 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres worn inner edge

front brake discs worn

rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 5 Apr 2016 85,012 miles

headlamp masks fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2016 84,926 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch inside turret (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch inside turret (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

headlamp masks fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2015 78,092 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

WIPERS POOR BUT CLEARS SCREEN

Pass 14 Feb 2014 71,489 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 65,807 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 59,703 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 59,703 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 53,352 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 53,352 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 47,310 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 42,085 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 35,698 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 32,642 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 29,681 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 29,681 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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W301 NFG is a 2000 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 W301 NFG, 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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W301 NFG is a 2000 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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