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BT55 YKJ

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

85,431 mi
Last recorded85,431 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 YKJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 85,431 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 83,497 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 81,398 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 80,672 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 79,675 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 78,835 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 78,835 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 75,162 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 70,981 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 67,925 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 65,067 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 60,123 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 55,090 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 50,395 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 47,986 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 32,540 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 29,248 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 19,806 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,071 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 YKJ 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 94.7%.

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 BT55 YKJ, 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 BT55 YKJ registered?

BT55 YKJ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is BT55 YKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 YKJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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