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P60 SVX

1997 Subaru Svx

Silver Petrol 3317cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

66,395 mi
Last recorded66,395 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Subaru Svx93,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP60 SVX
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,317cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 66,395 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

plastic covers fitted to sills

Pass 21 Oct 2024 66,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic trim covers fitted to sills

Fail 21 Oct 2024 66,341 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic trim covers fitted to sills

Pass 17 Oct 2023 66,205 miles

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2022 66,074 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 65,865 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 65,865 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded feeding flexi and runs over subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 65,443 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 63,750 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 61,584 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 61,584 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 59,449 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 59,444 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 58,264 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 57,718 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 56,731 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 56,416 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 55,980 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 55,211 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 55,146 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 55,142 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 54,814 miles

offside rear tyre and nearside rear tyre showing cracks in tread

Fail 16 Apr 2009 54,814 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

offside rear tyre and nearside rear tyre showing cracks in tread

Pass 26 Mar 2008 53,330 miles

all four tyres worn close to limit 1.6mm

Pass 3 Apr 2007 52,089 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 49,615 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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P60 SVX is a 1997 Subaru Svx in Silver with a 3,317cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 P60 SVX, 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.

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What year was P60 SVX registered?

P60 SVX is a 1997 Subaru Svx, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P60 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P60 SVX shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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