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L488 HKO

2002 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,740 mi
Last recorded81,740 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2008
Typical for 2002 Subaru Impreza Wrx77,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL488 HKO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2008 81,740 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 76,973 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 76,973 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 66,750 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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L488 HKO is a 2002 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 77,739 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 L488 HKO, 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 24 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L488 HKO registered?

L488 HKO is a 2002 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is L488 HKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L488 HKO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L488 HKO have outstanding finance?

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