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Y696 HWU

2001 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,106 mi
Last recorded129,106 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY696 HWU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2014 129,106 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 129,106 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 111,587 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside wheel bearing slightly noisey

Fail 28 Jun 2013 111,587 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

offside wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 27 Jun 2012 95,227 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 83,672 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 82,430 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 73,672 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 66,983 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 58,184 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 48,741 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 40,491 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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Y696 HWU is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 Y696 HWU, 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.

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What year was Y696 HWU registered?

Y696 HWU is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y696 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y696 HWU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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