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YD16 SPX

2016 Subaru Wrx

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,764 mi
Last recorded66,764 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Subaru Wrx34,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD16 SPX
MakeSubaru
ModelWrx
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 66,764 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seats in rear ()

Fail 2 Jul 2025 66,762 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure down to canvas and steel of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb out (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seats in rear ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 58,854 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 47,390 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 33,534 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 29,505 miles

Front brake pads around 80% worn , rears around 55-60% worn.

Pass 20 Jul 2020 23,403 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 18,049 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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YD16 SPX is a 2016 Subaru Wrx in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YD16 SPX, 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 YD16 SPX registered?

YD16 SPX is a 2016 Subaru Wrx, first registered on 25 July 2016.

Is YD16 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD16 SPX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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