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B29 WRX

2016 Subaru Wrx

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,418 mi
Last recorded19,418 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2016 Subaru Wrx34,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB29 WRX
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 19,418 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2025 19,418 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 16,814 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 13,291 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 12,010 miles

Split in sidewall on O/S/F tyre

Pass 9 Dec 2021 9,735 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 7,325 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Dec 2019 4,937 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Wrx?

Based on 18,325 MOT tests across 2,200 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
4,224
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 123
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 87
fog lamp not working 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 64
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B29 WRX is a 2016 Subaru Wrx in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 34,278 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 Wrx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B29 WRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 10 years old, this Subaru Wrx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B29 WRX registered?

B29 WRX is a 2016 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 24 December 2016.

Is B29 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B29 WRX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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