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BJ55 SOU

2005 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,615 mi
Last recorded97,615 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 SOU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 97,615 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 86,991 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 77,416 miles

brake pipes at rear brake junction corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2013 69,124 miles

brake pipes at junction slight corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2012 58,538 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 50,837 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 43,615 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 43,615 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 37,456 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 37,456 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BJ55 SOU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 73,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BJ55 SOU, 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 21 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ55 SOU registered?

BJ55 SOU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is BJ55 SOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ55 SOU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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