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S5 UBR

2016 Subaru Wrx

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,485 mi
Last recorded51,485 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Subaru Wrx34,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 UBR
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 51,485 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear shocker absorbers casings corroded

Fail 3 Oct 2025 51,485 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear pipes over subframe feeding flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear pipes through floor feeding block (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear shocker absorbers casings corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2024 48,975 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 47,169 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 44,216 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 37,966 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 31,139 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 24,833 miles

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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S5 UBR is a 2016 Subaru Wrx in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 34,278 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 Wrx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S5 UBR, 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 10 years old, this Subaru Wrx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S5 UBR registered?

S5 UBR is a 2016 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 12 October 2016.

Is S5 UBR safe to buy?

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