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P53 CJH

1996 Subaru Svx

Black Petrol 3319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,088 mi
Last recorded131,088 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 1996 Subaru Svx87,677 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP53 CJH
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,319cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 131,088 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2009 103,410 miles

Discs slightly pitted

Front and rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Slight leak from gearbox oil pipe unoin

rear sub frame slightly corroded

Fail 22 May 2009 130,410 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Discs slightly pitted

Front and rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Slight leak from gearbox oil pipe unoin

rear sub frame slightly corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2008 130,332 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 130,332 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2007 120,292 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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P53 CJH is a 1996 Subaru Svx in Black with a 3,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P53 CJH, 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 P53 CJH registered?

P53 CJH is a 1996 Subaru Svx, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P53 CJH safe to buy?

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