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L208 WPO

1993 Subaru Wrx

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

229,017 mi
Last recorded229,017 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Subaru Wrx126,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL208 WPO
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 229,017 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both close to limit and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 222,140 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 218,582 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 218,554 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2023 218,401 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2022 213,836 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 213,466 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 209,741 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 205,642 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 205,588 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2019 202,034 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 198,825 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 195,810 miles

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)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 192,002 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 186,736 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 181,346 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 177,065 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 175,530 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 172,366 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 168,162 miles

o/s/r tyre has deep cracks in sidewall

Pass 25 Jul 2009 163,075 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 158,017 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 152,866 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 152,860 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)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 146,859 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 146,859 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2005 139,844 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

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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L208 WPO is a 1993 Subaru Wrx in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 126,967 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 L208 WPO, 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 33 years old, this Subaru Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L208 WPO registered?

L208 WPO is a 1993 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 30 June 1993.

Is L208 WPO safe to buy?

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