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L143 BPV

2001 Subaru Wrx

Silver Petrol 2475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,347 mi
Last recorded12,347 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Subaru Wrx101,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL143 BPV
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,475cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2014 12,347 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 12,347 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 176,460 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 171,091 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 165,331 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs slightly corroded but not affecting performance.

Pass 10 Mar 2010 163,196 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 161,037 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 158,050 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 153,080 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 153,056 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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L143 BPV is a 2001 Subaru Wrx in Silver with a 2,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 101,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L143 BPV, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L143 BPV is a 2001 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 29 January 2001.

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