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R102 XFJ

1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

139,675 mi
Last recorded139,675 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti102,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR102 XFJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx Sti
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 139,675 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 136,547 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 132,136 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 132,136 miles

Front registration plate incorrect and rears (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 122,050 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 116,143 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2014 111,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre inner edge wearing

o/s/r tyre inner edge wearing

Pass 18 Jun 2013 102,217 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 101,788 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 100,033 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 97,131 miles

advise offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

advise nearside front inner cv boot

Pass 3 Dec 2009 95,035 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti?

Based on 1,791 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
2,574
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 54
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48
fog lamp not working 48
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 40
Steering rack gaiter split 38
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R102 XFJ is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 102,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R102 XFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R102 XFJ registered?

R102 XFJ is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is R102 XFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R102 XFJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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