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YR51 NEF

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

80,880 mi
Last recorded80,880 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 NEF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 80,880 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered with plastic sheath (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch corroded / inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded close to union (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 80,880 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered with plastic sheath (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch corroded / inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded close to union (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 80,827 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed / corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down steering wheel loose (2.2.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front sills deformed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

clutch fluid low

Pass 8 Jun 2019 75,275 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 69,701 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A'

Pass 7 Feb 2017 69,384 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 69,372 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken broken onto 3 parts (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 67,420 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 59,469 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 57,311 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 56,001 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 55,212 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 53,490 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 50,260 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 48,242 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 44,354 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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YR51 NEF 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 81.3%.

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 YR51 NEF, 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 YR51 NEF registered?

YR51 NEF is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is YR51 NEF safe to buy?

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