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2016 Subaru WRX 2.5L Petrol · K4 MKU

K4 MKU

2016 Subaru WRX (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 48,005 miles. MOT valid until 19/12/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.

Make & Model
SUBARU WRX
Year / Origin
2016 · Borehamwood
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19/12/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/01/2027)
Recorded Mileage
48,005 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19/12/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/01/2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
2457cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness based on a consistently stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 11 December 2025 at 48,005 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This string of clean passes over several years suggests the previous owners have maintained the mechanical and safety components to a high standard without allowing minor issues to escalate into MOT test failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a decade-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. Between January 2022 and December 2025, the car covered 17,091 miles, indicating consistent but light-intensity usage. The gap between the January 2024 and December 2024 tests shows an accumulation of 4,130 miles in eleven months, which aligns with the overall annual usage pattern of the vehicle. This low mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it increases the likelihood of age-related degradation compared to high-mileage examples. While the MOT record is immaculate, low-mileage vehicles require attention to components affected by time rather than distance. A buyer should inspect rubber components such as suspension bushes, engine mounts, and tyre sidewalls for cracking or rot caused by periods of standing. The brakes should also be checked for surface corrosion or pitting, as infrequent use can lead to seized calipers or rusted discs. The structural integrity of the chassis should be verified visually to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed despite the lack of recorded advisories in the official history.

K4 MKU Key Findings

  • 8 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
  • 48,005 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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K4 MKU Mileage History

  1. 23/01/201916,125 mi
  2. 11/01/202022,018 mi+5,893 mi
  3. 13/01/202126,764 mi+4,746 mi
  4. 13/01/202230,914 mi+4,150 mi
  5. 20/01/202335,174 mi+4,260 mi
  6. 17/01/202440,627 mi+5,453 mi
  7. 20/12/202444,757 mi+4,130 mi
  8. 11/12/202548,005 mi+3,248 mi

Average of roughly 4,632 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.

K4 MKU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 12:24
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

8 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Subaru Wrx (K4 MKU) between January 2019 and December 2025.

The record contains 8 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY