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M491 AAR

2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

291,279 mi
Last recorded291,279 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza Wrx102,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM491 AAR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 291,279 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 291,255 miles

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)

Pass 11 Jan 2017
Pass 28 Oct 2015 279,367 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 269,500 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 255,069 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 224,900 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2011 214,570 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 192,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 6 Oct 2010 192,260 miles

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)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 180,200 miles

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)

Fail 2 Oct 2009 180,200 miles

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)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 170,206 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 163,262 miles

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)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 154,934 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?

Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
4,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 377
fog lamp not working 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 283
Steering rack gaiter split 271
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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.

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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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