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PX12 UDV

2012 Subaru Wrx

Blue Petrol 2475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

119,423 mi
Last recorded119,423 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Subaru Wrx51,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX12 UDV
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,475cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 119,423 miles

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2025 119,410 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 110,164 miles

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

General underside corrosion front to rear

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear diff leaking oil

Fail 28 Mar 2024 110,116 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Main cat missing from location causing lean reading (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard Primary catalytic converter which originally comes off the downpipe to lambda (8.2.1.1 (a))

Aftermarket catalytic converter fitted in secondary location.

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Front Registration plate BSAU missing

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2024 109,884 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

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

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working no fluid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 104,414 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 102,040 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 102,034 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 98,940 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 93,167 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2018 89,426 miles

All four tyres close to legal limit

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside headlamp slightly dim,advise attention

Slight oil leak on engine(sump plug area)

Pass 13 Dec 2017 83,899 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 83,898 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2017 79,677 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 64,532 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 46,228 miles

screen cracked but not in view of road

How Reliable is the Subaru Wrx?

Based on 18,325 MOT tests across 2,200 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
4,224
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 123
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 87
fog lamp not working 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 64
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PX12 UDV is a 2012 Subaru Wrx in Blue with a 2,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 51,975 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 Wrx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX12 UDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Subaru Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PX12 UDV is a 2012 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 4 July 2012.

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