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N208 MVF

1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,474 mi
Last recorded86,474 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx102,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN208 MVF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 86,474 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 85,289 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 85,173 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 80,862 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 80,858 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 77,487 miles

cut in n/s/r tyre outer sidewall (not to tyre cords)

no cat fitted (import)

rear brake discs corroded

rear brake pads look low

Pass 15 Feb 2008 75,685 miles

rear discs starting to corrode

vehicle is japanese import not cat fitted to system

Pass 16 Feb 2007 64,508 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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N208 MVF is a 1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 102,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N208 MVF, 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 30 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 N208 MVF registered?

N208 MVF is a 1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N208 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N208 MVF shows 8 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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