2016 Subaru WRX 2.5L Petrol · NJ16 FPE

The 2016 Subaru WRX presents a clean bill of health in its most recent MOT, passing on 11 June 2026 at 58,569 miles with zero defects. The maintenance trend is stable and arguably improving, given the complete absence of advisories or failures across the entire five-test record. No recurring faults appear. The vehicle has not presented a single item of concern to any tester since at least August 2023. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of light use. Over roughly ten years, the car has covered approximately 5,857 miles per year, well below the UK average. Between the October 2023 test at 38,300 miles and the June 2026 test at 58,569 miles, the car added just over 20,000 miles in around two years and eight months, suggesting a modest uptick in use recently. Prior to that, the intervals were tighter: 6,628 miles between June 2024 and October 2023, and only 512 miles between the two 2023 tests, hinting at a period of very light use or possible standing. The record is sparse in terms of data points, but entirely clean. Despite the spotless MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage cars that stand for extended periods can develop flat-spotted tyres, perished rubber brake hoses, and surface corrosion on brake discs and suspension components that a static MOT check does not always expose. The WRX's boxer engine and symmetrical all-wheel-drive system deserve particular attention: check for oil leaks around cam covers and turbo feed lines, inspect the condition of the intercooler and pipework, and verify that the turbocharger spools without excessive whine or smoke. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for deterioration, as even low-mileage performance cars can suffer from age-related rubber degradation. On a test drive, listen for knocks from the front suspension over rough surfaces, feel for any binding or uneven braking that could point to a sticking caliper, and monitor exhaust emissions under load for signs of a failing catalytic converter. The MOT record gives strong reassurance, but it is a snapshot taken once a year. A pre-purchase inspection by a Subaru-aware technician remains the surest way to confirm that this car's mechanical condition matches its clean paperwork.