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Y248 XCW

2001 Subaru Wrx

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,298 mi
Last recorded128,298 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Subaru Wrx101,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY248 XCW
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 128,298 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 127,723 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 126,924 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 120,296 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 116,659 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 111,533 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 106,490 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 106,460 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 90,568 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 60,285 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 58,185 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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Y248 XCW is a 2001 Subaru Wrx in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 101,809 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 Y248 XCW, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Wrx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y248 XCW registered?

Y248 XCW is a 2001 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y248 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y248 XCW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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