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Y89 VJS

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

110,839 mi
Last recorded110,839 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY89 VJS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 110,839 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Oct 2019 109,384 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jan 2019 108,730 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front tyre cuts on inner wall

Fail 3 Jan 2019 108,718 miles

Emission control equipment missing where fitted as standard air filter not standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front tyre cuts on inner wall

Pass 14 Dec 2017 106,415 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 102,634 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 99,375 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 99,357 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 91,086 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 90,448 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 83,403 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 79,353 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 76,271 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 71,949 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 66,054 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 56,544 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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Y89 VJS is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y89 VJS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y89 VJS registered?

Y89 VJS is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 29 May 2001.

Is Y89 VJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y89 VJS shows 16 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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