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BL55 SFZ

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

88,992 mi
Last recorded88,992 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 88,992 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 88,279 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 88,225 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 88,143 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 86,140 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 83,858 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 75,505 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn inner and outer edges

Offside Front tyre worn inner and outer edges

Pass 9 Mar 2017 68,297 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2016 59,683 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2015 51,100 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2014 42,562 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Mar 2013 37,533 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,533 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2012 35,626 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2010 29,257 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 24,237 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 19,438 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 SFZ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SFZ, 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 BL55 SFZ registered?

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

Is BL55 SFZ safe to buy?

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