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J111 WRX

2001 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

175,275 mi
Last recorded175,275 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Subaru Impreza85,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ111 WRX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 175,275 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT AND REARS INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 174,564 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 173,830 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 173,354 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 173,319 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 172,831 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 172,299 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 171,666 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 171,662 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 171,004 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 169,882 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 167,108 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 130,747 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 130,741 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 129,989 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 126,667 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 120,010 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 120,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 110,788 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 94,384 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 94,384 miles

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

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?

Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,996
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
72,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,062
Registration plate lamp not working 19,494
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,247
position lamp(s) not working 16,099
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15,281
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J111 WRX is a 2001 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 85,841 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J111 WRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J111 WRX registered?

J111 WRX is a 2001 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is J111 WRX safe to buy?

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