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BJ55 SVW

2005 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

87,887 mi
Last recorded87,887 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 May 2025 87,887 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak at join to cat (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing holed (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished and cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 May 2024 86,578 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 May 2024 86,578 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 May 2023 85,163 miles

Nearside Rear strut top area prescribed area holed but unable to establish if factory hole

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel tank heat shield loose

Fail 17 May 2023 85,157 miles

Emissions unable to be completed aborted due to excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel hose insecure evap canister filter bracket loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear strut top area prescribed area holed but unable to establish if factory hole

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated pipe not secured to bracket (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel tank heat shield loose

Pass 16 May 2022 83,376 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 May 2021 81,753 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 May 2020 79,982 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 78,910 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Jul 2018 77,641 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 77,640 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 76,402 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 76,402 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 74,736 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 72,800 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 69,030 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 65,374 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 61,702 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 55,515 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 46,293 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 42,987 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 32,715 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 SVW is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SVW, 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.

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

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