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NFZ 8278

2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo

Black Other 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,798 mi
Last recorded82,798 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo73,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFZ 8278
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx Turbo
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 82,798 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 82,720 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 79,569 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 71,835 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 71,761 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 70,414 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 70,362 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 62,571 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo?

Based on 1,540 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,723
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 29
Registration plate lamp not working 24
Steering rack gaiter split 22
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NFZ 8278 is a 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo in Black with a 1,994cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 73,954 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 Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NFZ 8278, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NFZ 8278 registered?

NFZ 8278 is a 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo, first registered on 7 April 2004.

Is NFZ 8278 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFZ 8278 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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