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M795 VBR

1995 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

155,142 mi
Last recorded155,142 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 1995 Subaru Impreza Wrx102,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM795 VBR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 155,142 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 155,134 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)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

gearbox oil leak

rear shocks week but not leaking

spaire wheel carrier corroded but not in 30cm 0f a prescribed area

Fail 22 Dec 2016 155,114 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 155,101 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 144,864 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2015 144,864 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front suspension retaining device missing strut top (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 128,984 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 128,984 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 126,488 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 126,467 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 114,230 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 18 Oct 2011 109,275 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 103,598 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 99,277 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 99,267 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 95,581 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 95,571 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)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both lip sills damaged

engine management light on

unable to fully test outer sills due to covers

Pass 24 May 2007 127,707 miles

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)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 113,173 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 113,173 miles

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

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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M795 VBR is a 1995 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 1995 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 102,103 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 M795 VBR, 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 31 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M795 VBR is a 1995 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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