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M281 FNW

1994 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

84,913 mi
Last recorded84,913 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2011
Typical for 1994 Subaru Impreza Wrx108,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM281 FNW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2011 84,913 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 84,879 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

front bumper insecure

steerin g lock bracket fractured

Pass 12 Jan 2009 83,736 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 83,710 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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M281 FNW is a 1994 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 50%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 108,566 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M281 FNW, 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 32 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M281 FNW registered?

M281 FNW is a 1994 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M281 FNW safe to buy?

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