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R796 XKR

2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,213 mi
Last recorded85,213 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2011
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx102,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR796 XKR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2011 85,213 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 82,975 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2010 82,975 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

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

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 80,782 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Slight play in nearside steering arm.

Fail 27 Jul 2009 80,782 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Slight play in nearside steering arm.

Pass 10 Jul 2008 76,376 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 76,370 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 71,664 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 62,573 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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R796 XKR is a 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 102,999 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 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R796 XKR, 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 22 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R796 XKR registered?

R796 XKR is a 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 26 June 2004.

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