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PF04 EWB

2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,730 mi
Last recorded128,730 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo73,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF04 EWB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx Turbo
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 128,730 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer intake pipe corroded/ perforated. (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake judder, possible warped or corroded discs. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

extensive surface corrosion on all steering, suspension and subframe components

Pass 9 Dec 2021 121,964 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 121,964 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front knock from front os

Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened spring pan corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 116,639 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 116,639 miles

Central Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 109,602 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 106,889 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 106,888 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak pipe into rear box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 26 May 2017 103,893 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 103,893 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

handbrake requires adjustment

Pass 27 May 2016 100,463 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 95,470 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 90,825 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2013 86,985 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 86,985 miles

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

Nearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 May 2012 82,137 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 78,594 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 75,228 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 May 2010 75,228 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 64,514 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 50,716 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 40,302 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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PF04 EWB is a 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PF04 EWB, 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.

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PF04 EWB is a 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo, first registered on 27 May 2004.

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