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SJ16 RET

2016 Subaru Wrx

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,987 mi
Last recorded65,987 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Subaru Wrx34,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ16 RET
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 65,987 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 63,517 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 62,822 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 55,397 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 49,093 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 49,093 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 39,702 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 30,434 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 24,020 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 24,020 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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SJ16 RET is a 2016 Subaru Wrx in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJ16 RET, 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 SJ16 RET registered?

SJ16 RET is a 2016 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is SJ16 RET safe to buy?

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