MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
291,279 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
Offside Rear Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Oil leak
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?
Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M491 AAR is a 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 102,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M491 AAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Subaru Impreza Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 22 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was M491 AAR registered?
M491 AAR is a 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 1 January 2004.
Is M491 AAR safe to buy?
The MOT history for M491 AAR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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