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V187 FTN

2003 Subaru Wrx

Blue Petrol 2475cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,311 mi
Last recorded138,311 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Wrx77,773 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV187 FTN
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,475cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 138,311 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 137,952 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 136,876 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 134,104 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 133,056 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 130,002 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 24 Mar 2020 125,657 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 120,972 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 116,703 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 112,389 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 108,326 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 106,736 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 99,514 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 93,921 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 87,343 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 86,623 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 79,830 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 73,621 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 71,357 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 65,671 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 60,778 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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V187 FTN is a 2003 Subaru Wrx in Blue with a 2,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 77,773 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 V187 FTN, 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 23 years old, this Subaru Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V187 FTN registered?

V187 FTN is a 2003 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is V187 FTN safe to buy?

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