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L493 ERU

1994 Subaru Svx

Black Petrol 3317cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,996 mi
Last recorded176,996 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 1994 Subaru Svx101,664 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL493 ERU
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,317cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 176,996 miles

1.plastic trim covering outer sills.

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 176,996 miles

under vehicle light corrosion

Pass 31 Jul 2009 175,183 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 175,183 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 198,916 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 198,916 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Subaru Svx?

Based on 2,483 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
1,469
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 66
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Brake pipe excessively corroded 46
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 37
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L493 ERU is a 1994 Subaru Svx in Black with a 3,317cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Svx models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 101,664 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 Svx fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L493 ERU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was L493 ERU registered?

L493 ERU is a 1994 Subaru Svx, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L493 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L493 ERU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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