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DN04 YJA

2004 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

149,466 mi
Last recorded149,466 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN04 YJA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 149,466 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 8 Mar 2018 149,465 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 143,237 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 131,744 miles

corrosion in exhaust

Fail 28 Oct 2015 131,645 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 122,897 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust system rusty

Pass 2 Dec 2013 114,932 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

sill covers fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2013 114,932 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs[inner faces] are in poor condition

sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2012 103,979 miles

Advanced corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

Advanced corrosion to rear shock absorber bodies

Brake hose ferules corroding

Brake pedal pad wearing

Front antiroll bar links and bushes worn

General corrosion to rear subframe and components

N/s/f inner brake pad worn close to limits

O/s/f tyre worn unevenly (bald outer edge)

Plastic sill covers preventing full examination

Service brake effort seems low for model

Some uneven application to parking brake

Fail 29 Nov 2012 103,979 miles

Advanced corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

Advanced corrosion to rear shock absorber bodies

Brake hose ferules corroding

Brake pedal pad wearing

Front antiroll bar links and bushes worn

General corrosion to rear subframe and components

N/s/f inner brake pad worn close to limits

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

O/s/f tyre worn unevenly (bald outer edge)

Plastic sill covers preventing full examination

Service brake effort seems low for model

Some uneven application to parking brake

Pass 10 Oct 2011 89,848 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2011 89,848 miles

Centre Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 81,257 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 73,743 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 62,785 miles

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

front brakes in poor condition

Pass 18 Jun 2007 50,649 miles

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

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

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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DN04 YJA is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 74,978 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 DN04 YJA, 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 22 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DN04 YJA is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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