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N689 UPK

1996 Subaru Svx

Red Petrol 3317cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,531 mi
Last recorded134,531 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2011
Typical for 1996 Subaru Svx87,677 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN689 UPK
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,317cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2011 134,531 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 132,603 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

brake pipes corroding

metal brake components corroding

suspension bushes wearing and perished

Fail 10 Dec 2010 132,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

brake pipes corroding

metal brake components corroding

suspension bushes wearing and perished

Pass 25 Aug 2006 132,584 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 132,584 miles

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

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

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers

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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N689 UPK is a 1996 Subaru Svx in Red with a 3,317cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Svx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 87,677 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 N689 UPK, 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 30 years old, this Subaru Svx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N689 UPK registered?

N689 UPK is a 1996 Subaru Svx, first registered on 2 April 1996.

Is N689 UPK safe to buy?

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