2016 Subaru WRX 2.0L Petrol · AE65 HLW

The Subaru WRX presents a stable mechanical trend across its recorded history, passing all three documented MOT tests without a single defect. The most recent examination on 2 August 2023 at 88,013 miles yielded a clean pass, indicating the vehicle met all roadworthiness standards at that time. However, this maintenance trend is currently stalled, as the car is now nearly three years out of its MOT cycle, rendering it illegal to drive on public roads until a fresh assessment is completed. The mileage accumulation between 2021 and 2023 was consistent and moderate, rising from 74,640 miles in July 2021 to 81,798 miles in August 2022, and reaching 88,013 miles in August 2023. This equates to an average annual mileage of roughly 6,700 miles, reflecting typical light use for a performance vehicle. A striking anomaly appears after the 2023 test; the recorded mileage has remained entirely static at 88,013 miles for almost three years. This stagnation suggests the vehicle has either been standing idle, declared SORN, or driven without a valid MOT. Given the absence of recent testing and the three-year mileage freeze, a pre-purchase inspection must focus heavily on the deterioration caused by prolonged inactivity. Tyres will likely exhibit flat-spotting or perished sidewalls from standing in one position, while brake discs may have developed surface corrosion that causes binding or pulsing. Seals, particularly around the turbocharger and engine, require close scrutiny for drying out and subsequent oil weeping. The lack of recurring faults in the historical record is encouraging, but the current unknown state of the suspension bushes, exhaust system, and structural underbody demands a thorough physical evaluation before any commitment is made.