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BU05 ZFB

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,682 mi
Last recorded20,682 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 ZFB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 20,682 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 20,610 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 20,552 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 20,324 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 19,912 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 19,520 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 19,349 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 19,033 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 18,485 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Mar 2017 17,989 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 17,351 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 16,691 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 16,002 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 15,292 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 14,370 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 12,177 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 11,296 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 9,775 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 8,392 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 ZFB 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 100%.

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 ZFB, 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 ZFB registered?

BU05 ZFB is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is BU05 ZFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 ZFB shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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