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R455 YTF

1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,418 mi
Last recorded61,418 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 YTF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx Turbo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 61,418 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 60,502 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 60,484 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 59,633 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 58,230 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 58,202 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 56,278 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 53,632 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 51,040 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 47,158 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 72,421 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo?

Based on 1,540 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,723
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 29
Registration plate lamp not working 24
Steering rack gaiter split 22
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R455 YTF is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R455 YTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R455 YTF registered?

R455 YTF is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R455 YTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 YTF shows 11 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 R455 YTF have outstanding finance?

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