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BL55 VBO

2005 Subaru Imprezza

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,887 mi
Last recorded39,887 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Subaru Imprezza88,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 VBO
MakeSubaru
ModelImprezza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 39,887 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 27,063 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 27,063 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 19,908 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 19,908 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 16,259 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 7,449 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 6,786 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 6,677 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 6,219 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 5,705 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 5,073 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 3,939 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Imprezza?

Based on 1,159 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
3,988
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 48
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
fog lamp not working 38
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Steering rack gaiter split 28
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BL55 VBO is a 2005 Subaru Imprezza in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Imprezza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 88,788 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Imprezza fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL55 VBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Imprezza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Subaru Imprezza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BL55 VBO registered?

BL55 VBO is a 2005 Subaru Imprezza, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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The MOT history for BL55 VBO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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