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BT55 YGO

2006 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,241 mi
Last recorded137,241 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Subaru Impreza69,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 YGO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 137,241 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2022 137,241 miles

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

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 133,983 miles

Front Both headlamps deteriorated but have a beam pattern

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 132,326 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear bumper partially insecure

Fail 10 Mar 2020 132,313 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear bumper partially insecure

Pass 26 Mar 2019 128,411 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 125,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 121,199 miles

Nearside Front has small cuts on inner wall

Rear exhaust hanger broke

Pass 11 Apr 2016 117,131 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 117,068 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 112,273 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust hanger posts corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2014 105,621 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust system deteriorated

o/s washer jet blocked - nearside washer jet provides adequate to o/s

Pass 22 Mar 2013 97,892 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust system corroded.

Pass 24 Mar 2012 88,695 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 88,580 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

o/s/f tyre has slight sidewall damage.

rear exhaust has some corrosion in the rear flange joint area.

Pass 10 Mar 2011 82,373 miles

front and rear brake pads worn

o/s/front inner c.v boot split

Pass 22 Mar 2010 77,453 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 77,450 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 74,222 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 74,222 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 54,101 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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BT55 YGO is a 2006 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 69,451 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 BT55 YGO, 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 20 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BT55 YGO is a 2006 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 January 2006.

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