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DS04 HBJ

2004 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

103,548 mi
Last recorded103,548 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS04 HBJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 103,548 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 92,088 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 92,088 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 83,016 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2012 74,626 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust section corroded

washer jets partially blocked

Pass 25 Jul 2011 71,199 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 67,691 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 67,679 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 63,299 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2008 58,542 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 52,346 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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DS04 HBJ is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 DS04 HBJ, 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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What year was DS04 HBJ registered?

DS04 HBJ is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 August 2004.

Is DS04 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS04 HBJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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