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R598 KAW

1998 Subaru Wrx

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,899 mi
Last recorded187,899 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Subaru Wrx118,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR598 KAW
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2016 187,899 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both side front ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

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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R598 KAW is a 1998 Subaru Wrx in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 118,772 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 R598 KAW, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R598 KAW registered?

R598 KAW is a 1998 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R598 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R598 KAW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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