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A12 XXB

2004 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,294 mi
Last recorded95,294 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 XXB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2013 95,294 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 93,291 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 93,266 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front chassis rails slightly damaged.

brake pedal rubber worn.

Pass 27 Jul 2010 84,599 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear discs slightly pitted

both rear tyres have slight cracking on outer wall

handbrake travel

plastic covers down both sides of vehicle unable to view outer sills

shield around radiator slightly loose

slight cracking on both front tyres

Fail 27 Jul 2010 84,599 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear discs slightly pitted

both rear tyres have slight cracking on outer wall

handbrake travel

plastic covers down both sides of vehicle unable to view outer sills

shield around radiator slightly loose

slight cracking on both front tyres

Pass 22 Aug 2009 82,447 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 82,084 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 80,348 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 73,998 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Upper Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 73,998 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?

Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,996
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
72,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,062
Registration plate lamp not working 19,494
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,247
position lamp(s) not working 16,099
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15,281
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A12 XXB is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 74,978 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 XXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 22 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A12 XXB registered?

A12 XXB is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 December 2004.

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