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FJ04 VRW

2004 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,972 mi
Last recorded85,972 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 VRW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2021 85,972 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer to inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 85,062 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sills and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 83,312 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 80,861 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 79,007 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides front and rear (2.7.3)

inner rack joints slight play within

wax oil needed

Pass 6 May 2016 76,673 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 74,377 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 71,532 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 67,453 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 63,266 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 55,887 miles

centre lap belt not fitted

front brake pads wearing thin

o/s/r shocker slightly damp

Pass 1 May 2009 49,052 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 43,600 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 38,418 miles

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

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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FJ04 VRW is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 74,978 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 FJ04 VRW, 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 22 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ04 VRW registered?

FJ04 VRW is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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