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DY55 XUW

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,022 mi
Last recorded43,022 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 XUW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 43,022 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 43,017 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing ball joint split pin (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod split pin (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing ball joint split pin (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod split pin (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 42,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 40,783 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 38,121 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 37,103 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 36,825 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 45,168 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 35,446 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 37,257 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 33,055 miles

tinted rear windows

Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

plastic sill fitted as standard

Pass 29 Nov 2008 29,260 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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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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DY55 XUW is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DY55 XUW, 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 DY55 XUW registered?

DY55 XUW is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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