MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
142,305 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
had problems with engine over heating and had to sort out cooling fan to perform emissions test after engine had cooled.
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
had problems with engine over heating and had to sort out cooling fan to perform emissions test after engine had cooled.
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
handbrake travel longish
n/s front flasher light part covered by no plate
screen small chip mark
tyres scuffed off on edges
How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?
Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N488 XOD is a 2005 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Purple with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2005 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 104,568 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 N488 XOD, 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 21 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was N488 XOD registered?
N488 XOD is a 2005 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 13 April 2005.
Is N488 XOD safe to buy?
The MOT history for N488 XOD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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