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L179 PEO

2007 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

122,617 mi
Last recorded122,617 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Subaru Impreza Wrx99,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL179 PEO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 122,617 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 121,935 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 119,586 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

vehicle under sealed

Fail 31 Oct 2019 119,584 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

vehicle under sealed

Pass 2 Jun 2018 115,567 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 126,500 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 123,827 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 121,647 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 97,111 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 90,941 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 88,800 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 127,127 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 116,517 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 103,903 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 103,859 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 96,369 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 76,024 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?

Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
4,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 377
fog lamp not working 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 283
Steering rack gaiter split 271
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L179 PEO is a 2007 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 99,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L179 PEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 19 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L179 PEO registered?

L179 PEO is a 2007 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 12 March 2007.

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