2016 Subaru WRX 2.5L Petrol · BV66 VBE

The 2016 Subaru WRX presents a stable and recently confirmed roadworthiness status. The most recent MOT, conducted on 06 November 2025 at 40,394 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean bill of health follows a failure on 05 November 2025 at 40,387 miles, where both rear tyres were below the 1.6mm legal tread depth. The immediate retest the following day confirms the defect was rectified promptly. The overall maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural failures across the recorded history, indicating a vehicle that has been kept in sound running order. The mileage profile tells a specific story of very light use. Across a decade, the recorded 40,394 miles equate to roughly 4,039 miles per year, well below the UK annual average of approximately 7,900 miles. The annual MOT records show consistent, low-mileage accumulation: 31,813 miles in November 2022, 34,398 miles in November 2023, 37,403 miles in November 2024, and 40,394 miles in November 2025. This represents a steady gain of approximately 2,500 to 3,000 miles per year. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings, suggesting regular, light use rather than long periods of dormancy or high-mileage bursts. The data is clean and consistent with the recorded figures. Despite the low mileage, the MOT history reveals a recurring pattern of tyre wear that warrants attention. The vehicle runs on 245/40/18 low-profile tyres, and advisories for worn rear tyres appeared in both November 2024 and November 2025, with the latter resulting in a failure. Front tyres were also flagged as worn close to the legal limit in November 2023. This repeated issue suggests the previous owner may have deferred tyre replacements or that the vehicle's driving characteristics, potentially combined with subtle alignment or suspension geometry issues, are causing uneven or accelerated wear. A prospective buyer should inspect the current tyre condition closely, checking for edge wear patterns that could indicate tracking or camber misalignment. Beyond tyres, the November 2024 test flagged deteriorated dust covers on both front track rod ends. While these were advisory items and did not cause a failure, damaged ball joint covers allow dirt and moisture ingress, accelerating wear on the joint itself. Given the vehicle's age, a buyer should have the front suspension and steering components inspected for play. The low mileage reduces the likelihood of severe structural corrosion, but an underbody check for rust on subframes, brake lines, and suspension mounting points remains essential. The absence of any brake, exhaust, or emissions defects across all tests is a positive indicator of sound mechanical health.