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YN51 OCR

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

69,563 mi
Last recorded69,563 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN51 OCR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 69,563 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2026 69,563 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 67,198 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 66,829 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 66,541 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 64,424 miles

Slight blow rear exhaust joint

Pass 18 Sep 2012 57,755 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 56,533 miles

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 51,470 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 45,376 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 39,977 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 32,771 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 32,771 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 25,801 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 18,508 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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YN51 OCR is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YN51 OCR, 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 YN51 OCR registered?

YN51 OCR is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YN51 OCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN51 OCR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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