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M497 FUA

2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,017 mi
Last recorded55,017 miles
Recorded on2 May 2013
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx93,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM497 FUA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2013 55,017 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted.

Fail 2 May 2013 55,017 miles

Centre Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted.

Pass 4 Mar 2009 50,999 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 50,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

unable to test both outer body sills due to covers

Pass 1 Feb 2008 50,999 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 49,999 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 49,999 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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M497 FUA is a 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,892 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 M497 FUA, 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 20 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M497 FUA registered?

M497 FUA is a 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is M497 FUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M497 FUA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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