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BL05 GKD

2005 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

98,121 mi
Last recorded98,121 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 GKD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 98,121 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 95,707 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 93,633 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 91,349 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 88,058 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 88,050 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 May 2019 84,988 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 81,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 May 2018 81,389 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2017 77,707 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 75,588 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2015 72,468 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 68,221 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 62,747 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 53,379 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 50,165 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inside edge.

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2011 50,165 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inside edge.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2010 42,126 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 33,015 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 May 2009 33,015 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 21,058 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 21,058 miles

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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BL05 GKD 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 BL05 GKD, 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 BL05 GKD registered?

BL05 GKD is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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The MOT history for BL05 GKD shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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