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R639 XBT

1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

153,346 mi
Last recorded153,346 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti99,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR639 XBT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx Sti
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 153,346 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 153,345 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 153,320 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 153,315 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)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 149,704 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 144,402 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 11 Mar 2009 144,402 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Coolant leak

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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R639 XBT is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R639 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R639 XBT registered?

R639 XBT is a 1997 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti, first registered on 9 November 1997.

Is R639 XBT safe to buy?

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