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Y79 GAP

2001 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,956 mi
Last recorded125,956 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY79 GAP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 125,956 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 125,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Feb 2016 115,962 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 109,400 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 109,400 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 103,041 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 96,656 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 90,242 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2011 85,603 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 81,077 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 75,361 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 68,317 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007
Pass 17 Feb 2006 50,083 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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Y79 GAP is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y79 GAP, 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 Y79 GAP registered?

Y79 GAP is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y79 GAP safe to buy?

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