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EX55 GBO

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,828 mi
Last recorded116,828 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 GBO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 116,828 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 112,167 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 99,851 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 99,603 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 87,219 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 74,488 miles

Slight play shocker joint O/S/F

Fail 2 Feb 2013 61,485 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

sills floor chassi in very good order req wax oil to protect underbody

Pass 2 Feb 2013 61,485 miles

sills floor chassi in very good order req wax oil to protect underbody

Pass 6 Jan 2012 52,578 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 42,368 miles

Nearside 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)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sticker at top of screen

Pass 16 Aug 2010 40,070 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

front and rear brake pads slightly worn

nearside and offside rear tyres begining to crack

nearside front tyre begining to crack

nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,036 miles

off side front tyre slight wear on the outer edge

Fail 28 Aug 2009 34,036 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

off side front tyre slight wear on the outer edge

Pass 21 Aug 2008 27,971 miles

off side front tyre slight wear on outer edge

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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EX55 GBO is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EX55 GBO, 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 EX55 GBO registered?

EX55 GBO is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EX55 GBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 GBO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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