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P6 SVX

1997 Subaru Svx

Silver Petrol 3317cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,477 mi
Last recorded113,477 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Subaru Svx93,628 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 SVX
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,317cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 113,477 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Mount (5.3.2 (c))

Plastic sill trims are fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Also its surrounding floor pan areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All four shock absorber casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Some exhast heat shields are showing some rust and deterioration

Pass 18 Apr 2016 113,431 miles

All suspension components corroded

Slight oil leak

Slight power steering fluid weep

Pass 28 Jul 2015 113,024 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

offside front tyre thawn in sidewall

outer sill covers fitted

power steering rack damp

Pass 5 Aug 2014 113,006 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside front tyre thorn outer sidewall

outer sill covers fitted

some brake pipes part plastic coated

vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 5 Aug 2014 113,006 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside front tyre thorn outer sidewall

outer sill covers fitted

some brake pipes part plastic coated

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 14 Aug 2013 112,213 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2013 112,205 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

All tyres worn low/edges

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2012 111,829 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

car has been under sealed

engine has a slight oil leak

front tyres are worn on the edges

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 6 Aug 2012 111,827 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

car has been under sealed

engine has a slight oil leak

front tyres are worn on the edges

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2011 109,620 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

both front tyre worn on edges

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

power steering pipe repaired

Fail 26 Jul 2011 109,596 miles

Brake reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

brake fluid level warning light on

damp around power steering rack/area

front suspension springs corroded

front tyres worn edges

lower engine cover fitted

outer sill covers fitted

rear discs worn/corroded

rear suspension springs corroded

vehicle heavily undersealed underneath

Pass 10 Nov 2009 109,400 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 108,062 miles

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)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 104,077 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 97,850 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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P6 SVX is a 1997 Subaru Svx in Silver with a 3,317cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 P6 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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P6 SVX is a 1997 Subaru Svx, first registered on 19 March 1997.

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