
Not Sold (Est: £11,000 - £12,000)
1999 SUBARU IMPREZA TURBO 2000 AWD RB
United Kingdom • 21 Apr 2026 • Lot 602
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1999 Subaru Impreza RB5 is a limited-edition model with turbocharged performance and AWD. While it has high mileage and a Category D insurance history, it's a rare and collectible car that is becoming increasingly hard to find.

Condition
5
The car has 180,000 miles and the listing mentions it has been enjoyed as intended. It's described as a solid candidate for a restoration project. The car also has a Category D insurance loss record, indicating prior damage and repair. This suggests noticeable cosmetic and mechanical wear, placing it in the above-average category.
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Odometer:
180,000 miles
T617 JVR
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Mileage: Please refer to the photos for mileage showing Insurance Category: CATEGORY D Make: SUBARU Model: IMPREZA TURBO 2000 AWD RB Registration: T617 JVR Engine Size (cc): 1994 Transmission: 5 Speed Manual Petrol Year of Manufacture: 1999 Date First Registered: 16/06/1999 MOT Expiry Date: EXPIRED - 10/01/2026 Current V5: YES Location: PICKERING You can view from: Wednesday 8 April 2026 - Tuesday 14 April 2026 28/01/2006
Points of note
£630
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£10,636
Median Price (Since 2020)
£286,384
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Sales
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jan 10 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
184,175 miles
Registration Date
1999-06-16
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 11 2025 with 184,175 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- engine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items
Passed
On Oct 28 2023 with 184,149 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items
Failed
On Feb 04 2021 with 184,140 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Jun 22 2018 with 181,755 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- underside hesvily undersealed
Failed
On Jun 14 2018 with 181,689 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in strut top turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in strut top turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- underside hesvily undersealed
Passed
On Jun 23 2017 with 179,899 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately floor to sill (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (2.4.A.3)
Passed
On May 06 2016 with 175,788 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Side repeater has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)
Failed
On Apr 28 2016 with 175,756 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill section/ floor (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Advisory:
- Nearside Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Side repeater has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)
Passed
On Apr 10 2015 with 169,555 miles
Passed
On Apr 11 2014 with 161,997 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
User Entered:
- Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed
On Apr 12 2013 with 156,369 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
- Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
User Entered:
- Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- spilt pins missing from lower ball jonits
Passed
On Feb 13 2012 with 153,420 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Nearside 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)
Passed
On Jan 10 2011 with 140,219 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
User Entered:
- front disc scored
- Oil leak
Failed
On Jan 10 2011 with 140,219 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
User Entered:
- front disc scored
- Oil leak
Failed
On Jan 11 2010 with 129,641 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
- Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Passed
On Jan 11 2010 with 129,641 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Sep 14 2007 with 126,038 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- slight play in rack pinion
Passed
On Aug 22 2006 with 105,548 miles
Failed
On Aug 22 2006 with 105,548 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Advisory:
- Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
- Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

