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MPN 484

1997 Subaru Svx

Silver Petrol 3319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,807 mi
Last recorded79,807 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Subaru Svx93,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPN 484
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,319cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 79,807 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 78,158 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 76,821 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 76,811 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 75,082 miles

Front Both front tyres badly perished

Fail 25 Jul 2022 75,082 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Both front tyres badly perished

Pass 22 Jul 2021 72,799 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 70,532 miles

front exhaust joints rusting

Pass 23 Jul 2019 67,871 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 63,720 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 59,479 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outside edge.

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 55,378 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 50,815 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 46,793 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 41,002 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 37,415 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 33,123 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 32,168 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 29,423 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 27,228 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 22,699 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 21,795 miles

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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MPN 484 is a 1997 Subaru Svx in Silver with a 3,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Svx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 93,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MPN 484, 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 29 years old, this Subaru Svx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MPN 484 registered?

MPN 484 is a 1997 Subaru Svx, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is MPN 484 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPN 484 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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