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P996 UWR

1997 Subaru Svx

Yellow Petrol 3317cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

100,988 mi
Last recorded100,988 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Subaru Svx93,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP996 UWR
MakeSubaru
ModelSvx
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,317cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2011 100,988 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 96,359 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 92,492 miles

rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 6 Nov 2009 92,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

all rear brake pipes starting to rust

both front wiper blades split

rear wiper blade split

Pass 20 Jun 2007 79,591 miles

both front tyres worn very near to lower limit

Fail 28 Apr 2006 71,245 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 71,245 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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P996 UWR is a 1997 Subaru Svx in Yellow with a 3,317cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P996 UWR, 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 P996 UWR registered?

P996 UWR is a 1997 Subaru Svx, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P996 UWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P996 UWR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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