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R727 XWO

1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,961 mi
Last recorded113,961 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx82,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR727 XWO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 113,961 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

second hand exhaust fitted at time of test

under vehicle corrosion

Fail 2 May 2015 113,959 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)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

under vehicle corrosion

Pass 30 Apr 2014 113,782 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 113,721 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 113,144 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 104,710 miles

brake disc corroded

front tyres wearing on inner edge

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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R727 XWO is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 82,841 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 R727 XWO, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R727 XWO registered?

R727 XWO is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R727 XWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R727 XWO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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