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BJ55 SVS

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

53,994 mi
Last recorded53,994 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 53,994 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 53,899 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 53,501 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 53,346 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 53,093 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 53,075 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 52,842 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 52,677 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 52,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 52,467 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 52,180 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 51,111 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 47,442 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 44,440 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 13 Aug 2013 40,170 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 35,773 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 31,682 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 27,655 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 23,577 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 17,841 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 SVS is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SVS, 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 SVS registered?

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

Is BJ55 SVS safe to buy?

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