1996 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · KAZ 4394
1996 Subaru Impreza (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1996. Recorded mileage 159,188 km. MOT valid until 20 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU IMPREZA
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 159,188 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KAZ 4394 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 159,188 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KAZ 4394 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Subaru Impreza (KAZ 4394) between January 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
KAZ 4394 Odometer History
- 20/01/2022149,988 km
- 27/01/2023156,049 km+6,061 km
- 27/01/2023156,049 km
- 02/05/2025157,997 km+1,948 km
- 22/05/2026159,188 km+1,191 km
Average of roughly 2,123 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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