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MD12 EES

2012 Subaru Wrx

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,741 mi
Last recorded153,741 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Subaru Wrx51,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD12 EES
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 153,741 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2024 134,080 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 130,728 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 130,659 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2022 127,706 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 127,706 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 120,252 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 88,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Getting close to wear marker (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 70,746 miles

some wear front and rear brake discs

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2017 61,863 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2016 53,475 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 53,475 miles

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

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

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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MD12 EES is a 2012 Subaru Wrx in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 51,975 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 Wrx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MD12 EES, 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 14 years old, this Subaru Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MD12 EES registered?

MD12 EES is a 2012 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is MD12 EES safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD12 EES shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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