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P192 KPY

1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

120,517 mi
Last recorded120,517 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx102,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP192 KPY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 120,517 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 120,087 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 119,473 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jul 2023 119,473 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 118,692 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 118,421 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 117,585 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 113,800 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 109,281 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 107,337 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 101,669 miles

Nearside Slight play detected in track rod inner knuckle

Pass 25 Mar 2015 133,019 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 129,557 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 128,909 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 126,390 miles

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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P192 KPY is a 1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P192 KPY, 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 P192 KPY registered?

P192 KPY is a 1996 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P192 KPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P192 KPY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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