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DK53 LGN

1996 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,512 mi
Last recorded129,512 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza107,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 LGN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 129,512 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 124,599 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 119,657 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush damp (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 116,622 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 110,449 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2013 110,449 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 98,703 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 81,062 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 62,358 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 62,358 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 42,419 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

front brake very low

Fail 1 Feb 2007 42,419 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

front brake very low

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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DK53 LGN is a 1996 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DK53 LGN, 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.

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What year was DK53 LGN registered?

DK53 LGN is a 1996 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is DK53 LGN safe to buy?

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