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L226 MEP

1994 Subaru Vivio

Purple Petrol 658cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,403 mi
Last recorded33,403 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2012
Typical for 1994 Subaru Vivio49,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL226 MEP
MakeSubaru
ModelVivio
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine658cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2012 33,403 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 30,565 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 30,564 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 27,122 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 23,384 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 23,384 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 17,986 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Vivio?

Based on 1,694 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
2,030
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 158
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
constant velocity joint gaiter split 95
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 84
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L226 MEP is a 1994 Subaru Vivio in Purple with a 658cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Vivio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 49,654 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Vivio fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L226 MEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Vivio typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Subaru Vivio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L226 MEP registered?

L226 MEP is a 1994 Subaru Vivio, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L226 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L226 MEP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L226 MEP have outstanding finance?

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