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BL55 SBV

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

104,157 mi
Last recorded104,157 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 SBV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 104,157 miles

under-trays fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2024 102,323 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 99,527 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 97,987 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2021 94,030 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 94,033 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 22 May 2020 93,188 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 93,187 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 91,985 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 89,583 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 88,316 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 87,092 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 84,078 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 80,046 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 74,021 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 59,463 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 36,967 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 36,967 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 21,918 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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BL55 SBV is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BL55 SBV, 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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What year was BL55 SBV registered?

BL55 SBV is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 20 December 2005.

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