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BU05 ZDV

2005 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,633 mi
Last recorded112,633 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 ZDV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 112,633 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 109,917 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 105,573 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 105,573 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 102,444 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 97,645 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 94,654 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 90,783 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 86,040 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 83,007 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 80,717 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 80,717 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 73,245 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 67,072 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 61,048 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 52,629 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 43,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 34,772 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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BU05 ZDV is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BU05 ZDV, 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 BU05 ZDV registered?

BU05 ZDV is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BU05 ZDV safe to buy?

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