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C7 SVG

1996 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

152,226 mi
Last recorded152,226 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 SVG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 152,226 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 151,768 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 151,536 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 151,017 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 149,980 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 147,975 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 145,855 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 145,398 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 144,002 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 142,221 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 137,778 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 136,981 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 134,154 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 134,154 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)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 127,019 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 120,857 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 113,075 miles

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

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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C7 SVG is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 107,438 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 C7 SVG, 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 30 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C7 SVG registered?

C7 SVG is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is C7 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 SVG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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