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J935 MRL

1992 Subaru Sambar

White Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,630 mi
Last recorded118,630 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ935 MRL
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 118,630 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 118,482 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 117,798 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 117,522 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 117,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 117,501 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Sambar?

Based on 813 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,253
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
fog lamp missing 21
position lamp(s) not working 18
Statutory seat belt missing 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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J935 MRL is a 1992 Subaru Sambar in White with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Subaru Sambar fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J935 MRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Sambar typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 34 years old, this Subaru Sambar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J935 MRL registered?

J935 MRL is a 1992 Subaru Sambar, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J935 MRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J935 MRL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J935 MRL have outstanding finance?

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