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R411 XBT

1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,380 mi
Last recorded96,380 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti99,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR411 XBT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx Sti
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2013 96,380 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 96,421 miles

o/s/r bumper impact damage

Fail 4 Dec 2009 96,322 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

o/s/r bumper impact damage

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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R411 XBT is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 99,696 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 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 R411 XBT, 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 29 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R411 XBT registered?

R411 XBT is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is R411 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R411 XBT shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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