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BJ54 JXZ

2004 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

123,108 mi
Last recorded123,108 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 JXZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 22 Nov 2021 123,108 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 117,597 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes NSF, OSF, NSR and OSR corroded at the end termination to the flexi (NSF covered in grease). (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Front discs fluctuating under light braking

Central Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis legs corroded where the front subframe meets the floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis legs corroded aft of the rear wheel well (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear subframe and associated suspension link arms corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS sill corroded (Inner as outer obscured by side skirt). Previously been jacked up. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 107,343 miles

both front shock arbsorbers outer casing corroded

both rear shock arbsorbers outer casing corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2019 107,343 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

both front shock arbsorbers outer casing corroded

both rear shock arbsorbers outer casing corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2018 106,936 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 106,936 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2017 106,304 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 106,304 miles

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases At cataylist (7.1.2)

Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Front wing (6.1.C.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Jun 2017 106,118 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases @ cat (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened warped (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement binding (3.5.1k)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wing (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened warped (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement binding (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML is on

fuel tank heatshield is insecure

Pass 22 Feb 2016 97,339 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 95,368 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 87,597 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both front wiper blades slightly smeary

Fail 3 Jan 2013 79,039 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering belt slipping slightly on full lock

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 79,039 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering belt slipping slightly on full lock

Pass 5 Jan 2012 71,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear discs in poor comdition

Fail 4 Jan 2012 71,929 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear discs in poor comdition

Pass 6 Jan 2011 63,244 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 56,019 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 56,017 miles

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Nearside wing mirror glass damaged

Pass 26 Nov 2008 50,534 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 41,222 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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BJ54 JXZ is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 BJ54 JXZ, 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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BJ54 JXZ is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 9 November 2004.

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