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VN61 LJC

2012 Subaru Wrx

White Petrol 2475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

90,657 mi
Last recorded90,657 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Subaru Wrx51,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN61 LJC
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,475cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 90,657 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner wall damaged by rubbing on something or run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2025 90,657 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner wall damaged by rubbing on something or run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 88,512 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 87,612 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 77,077 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 64,222 miles

Number plates tinted

Pass 21 Sep 2019 60,317 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Sep 2018 55,496 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 55,496 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 52,932 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 49,184 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 49,177 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 46,091 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2016 46,091 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 38,716 miles

Both front wiper blade rubbers split at end.

Both rear inner brake discs slightly lipped at inner circumference.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VN61 LJC is a 2012 Subaru Wrx in White with a 2,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 51,975 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 VN61 LJC, 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 14 years old, this Subaru Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN61 LJC registered?

VN61 LJC is a 2012 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 12 January 2012.

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