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FD55 OSC

2005 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,776 mi
Last recorded64,776 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 OSC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 64,776 miles

underbody undersealed

Pass 8 Aug 2024 64,542 miles

underbody undersealed

Pass 31 Mar 2018 63,581 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 59,241 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 55,443 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 51,245 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 42,744 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

front and rear brake pads just meating the legal limit

Pass 23 Nov 2012 38,949 miles

off side front coils spring is a different type of coil spring to the near side

Pass 15 Nov 2011 39,016 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 36,016 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 34,348 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 Oct 2009 30,668 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 30,666 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 27,474 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 27,474 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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 OSC is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in White with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OSC, 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

How do I check the history of FD55 OSC?

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What year was FD55 OSC registered?

FD55 OSC is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is FD55 OSC safe to buy?

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