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2018 Subaru WRX 2.5L Petrol · BO05 AKO

BO05 AKO

2018 Subaru WRX (2.5L, petrol). First registered 24 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 37,207 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
SUBARU WRX
Year / Origin
2018 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 02 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
37,207 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
2457cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its three most recent MOT examinations without any recorded defects. The most recent test on 27 November 2025 indicates the car met all safety and emissions standards at that time. While the history shows a single failure recorded on 30 July 2022, the subsequent clean records suggest that the issues identified during that session were addressed and have not recurred. The recorded mileage of 37,207 miles over an eight-year period averages to approximately 4,651 miles per year. This low usage is significantly below the national average for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent intervals between tests, with a five-month gap between the July 2022 failure and December 2022 pass. Such low mileage often implies less wear on mechanical components like the engine and drivetrain, though it can also potentially lead to rubber-based components degrading or tyres spotting if the vehicle remained stationary for extended periods. A buyer should verify the specific cause of the failure in July 2022, as the provided summary does not detail the mechanical or structural defect. Given the low annual mileage, a physical inspection should focus on signs of age-related wear such as perished suspension bushes, cracked rubber hoses, or corrosion on the underbody. Checking the state of the brake discs and calipers is prudent, as low-use vehicles can suffer from surface rust or seized calipers if not frequently used. Buying score: 72 Risk level: Low.
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BO05 AKO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
  • 37,207 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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BO05 AKO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Oct 2026, 14:34
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Subaru Wrx (BO05 AKO) between July 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 27 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.

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BO05 AKO Mileage History

  1. 30/07/202228,117 mi
  2. 30/07/202228,119 mi+2 mi
  3. 26/07/202332,032 mi+3,913 mi
  4. 03/12/202435,625 mi+3,593 mi
  5. 27/11/202537,207 mi+1,582 mi

Average of roughly 2,730 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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88
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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