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FE55 XWO

2005 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,299 mi
Last recorded95,299 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 XWO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 95,299 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 95,299 miles

Headlamp aim too low n/s (1.8)

Headlamp aim too low o/s (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 92,577 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 84,885 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 63,315 miles

front brake discs scored

oil leak

rear brake discs worn and scored

Fail 5 Apr 2013 63,315 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs scored

oil leak

rear brake discs worn and scored

Fail 3 Nov 2011 37,487 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake discs slight wear

near side rear brake disc slight rust band outer face

near side rear tyre underinflated

slight nicks to 3 tyres outer side walls

Pass 3 Nov 2011 37,487 miles

front brake discs slight wear

near side rear brake disc slight rust band outer face

near side rear tyre underinflated

slight nicks to 3 tyres outer side walls

Pass 5 Nov 2010 23,509 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 18,798 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 13,490 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)

all four tyres showing signs of stress on sidewalls

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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FE55 XWO is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE55 XWO, 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 FE55 XWO registered?

FE55 XWO is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FE55 XWO safe to buy?

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