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BJ55 SPZ

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

96,277 mi
Last recorded96,277 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 SPZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2022 96,277 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 89,732 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 87,912 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 85,939 miles

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 83,022 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 76,856 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 76,856 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 73,451 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 67,376 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 62,221 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 58,062 miles

battery insecure

Fail 27 Sep 2012 57,992 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

battery insecure

nearside rear tyre has a puncture repair outside the central three quarters very close to the edge of the tread

Pass 20 Sep 2011 55,254 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 52,191 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 44,002 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 44,002 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 31,888 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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BJ55 SPZ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 BJ55 SPZ, 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 SPZ registered?

BJ55 SPZ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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