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FD55 GWJ

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,603 mi
Last recorded114,603 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 GWJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 114,603 miles

slight uneven wear to both front tyres

Pass 23 May 2016 102,070 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2016 102,070 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 96,110 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 89,070 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 89,064 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 29 Aug 2013 81,859 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 73,965 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 66,233 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2010 58,605 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

both front tyres devoid of tread on edges advise replace

Pass 2 Dec 2009 45,465 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 34,550 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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FD55 GWJ 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 83.3%.

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 FD55 GWJ, 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 FD55 GWJ registered?

FD55 GWJ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 7 December 2005.

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