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DB05 SUB

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

88,202 mi
Last recorded88,202 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB05 SUB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 88,202 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 86,082 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 86,082 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2023 86,080 miles

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2022 85,239 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 84,661 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 83,786 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 82,885 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 81,596 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 80,476 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 79,105 miles

cat test not done due to equipment failure

Pass 5 Dec 2014 77,569 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 74,793 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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DB05 SUB is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DB05 SUB, 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.

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What year was DB05 SUB registered?

DB05 SUB is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is DB05 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB05 SUB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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