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FV61 XMG

2011 Subaru Wrx

Silver Petrol 2475cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,571 mi
Last recorded123,571 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Subaru Wrx55,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 XMG
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,475cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 123,571 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2026 123,571 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 118,628 miles

n/s and o/s rear exhaust flanges slightly corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2024 117,824 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 115,317 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 107,787 miles

Front Upper Both front top strut rubber mountings starting to crack

Pass 21 Jan 2021 98,212 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both strut top mounting starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 90,350 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 78,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 78,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 65,039 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 51,973 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 39,633 miles

Rear tyres wearing out of shape

Pass 17 Feb 2015 26,133 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Dec 2014 26,023 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FV61 XMG is a 2011 Subaru Wrx in Silver with a 2,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 55,964 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 FV61 XMG, 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 15 years old, this Subaru Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV61 XMG registered?

FV61 XMG is a 2011 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is FV61 XMG safe to buy?

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