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S700 BYM

2016 Subaru Wrx

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,888 mi
Last recorded48,888 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Subaru Wrx34,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS700 BYM
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2026 48,888 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 44,838 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 39,588 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 39,342 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 36,471 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 31,074 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 29,311 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 23,044 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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S700 BYM is a 2016 Subaru Wrx in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S700 BYM, 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.

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What year was S700 BYM registered?

S700 BYM is a 2016 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 16 February 2016.

Is S700 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S700 BYM shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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