CarVerify

Free Car Check

BJ55 SXN

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

96,509 mi
Last recorded96,509 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 96,509 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2025 96,474 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2023 95,649 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 92,561 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 88,700 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 87,237 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 82,659 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 78,695 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2017 76,091 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 75,088 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 70,982 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 67,347 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 64,774 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 60,061 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 53,238 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 47,218 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 39,468 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 30,088 miles

front and rear pads getting low

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
Full Subaru Impreza reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BJ55 SXN is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SXN, 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

How do I check the history of BJ55 SXN?

You can check the full history of BJ55 SXN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BJ55 SXN registered?

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

Is BJ55 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ55 SXN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ55 SXN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BJ55 SXN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.