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R426 PEL

2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

149,506 mi
Last recorded149,506 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx93,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 PEL
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 149,506 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 148,747 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2012 146,612 miles

front and rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 15 Apr 2011 143,672 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 139,859 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 135,917 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 130,569 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 122,236 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 122,221 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner an outer edges

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?

Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
4,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 377
fog lamp not working 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 283
Steering rack gaiter split 271
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R426 PEL is a 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,892 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R426 PEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 20 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R426 PEL registered?

R426 PEL is a 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 11 April 2006.

Is R426 PEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R426 PEL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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