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S555 AWD

1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

214,568 mi
Last recorded214,568 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx82,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS555 AWD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2010 214,568 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 136,784 miles

Off side front tyre has damage to sidewall

Fail 17 Jul 2008 136,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Off side front tyre has damage to sidewall

Pass 14 Jul 2007 126,104 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 126,079 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 125,881 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 125,881 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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S555 AWD is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 S555 AWD, 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 S555 AWD registered?

S555 AWD is a 1998 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 1 December 1998.

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The MOT history for S555 AWD shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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