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L23 RKV

1993 Subaru Vivio

Purple Petrol 658cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,416 mi
Last recorded85,416 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2005
Typical for 1993 Subaru Vivio48,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL23 RKV
MakeSubaru
ModelVivio
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine658cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2005 85,416 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 85,416 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

long brake pedal travel

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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L23 RKV is a 1993 Subaru Vivio in Purple with a 658cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Subaru Vivio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 48,929 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L23 RKV, 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 33 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 L23 RKV registered?

L23 RKV is a 1993 Subaru Vivio, first registered on 9 September 1993.

Is L23 RKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L23 RKV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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