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L275 XLR

1993 Subaru Wrx

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

185,856 mi
Last recorded185,856 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1993 Subaru Wrx126,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL275 XLR
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 185,856 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 177,406 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2017 170,322 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 166,000 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 158,797 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 154,727 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 153,203 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 May 2012 149,189 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 139,848 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 137,369 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 127,287 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 127,250 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 114,154 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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L275 XLR is a 1993 Subaru Wrx in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L275 XLR, 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.

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What year was L275 XLR registered?

L275 XLR is a 1993 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L275 XLR safe to buy?

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