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MKW 557W

2017 Subaru Wrx

White Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,834 mi
Last recorded50,834 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Subaru Wrx25,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 557W
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 50,834 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 41,869 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 34,644 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 30,383 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 28,215 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 28,214 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 23,824 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 23,820 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 20,666 miles

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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MKW 557W is a 2017 Subaru Wrx in White with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 25,724 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 MKW 557W, 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 9 years old, this Subaru Wrx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MKW 557W registered?

MKW 557W is a 2017 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 29 March 2017.

Is MKW 557W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKW 557W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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