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BT05 KDN

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,867 mi
Last recorded131,867 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 KDN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 131,867 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 123,869 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 117,352 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 111,411 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 105,885 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 101,512 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 95,264 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 88,553 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 88,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 83,968 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 78,528 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 72,654 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 66,451 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 66,451 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 62,044 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 56,381 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2012 56,381 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 49,919 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 44,353 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,949 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 36,948 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 28,722 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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BT05 KDN is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BT05 KDN, 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 BT05 KDN registered?

BT05 KDN is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is BT05 KDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 KDN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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