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R18 DEM

2016 Subaru Wrx

White Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,283 mi
Last recorded54,283 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Subaru Wrx34,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR18 DEM
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 54,283 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 50,145 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 42,169 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 29,640 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 23,309 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 21,213 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 16,312 miles

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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R18 DEM is a 2016 Subaru Wrx in White with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 34,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R18 DEM, 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 10 years old, this Subaru Wrx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R18 DEM registered?

R18 DEM is a 2016 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 2 September 2016.

Is R18 DEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R18 DEM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R18 DEM have outstanding finance?

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