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FL55 XSM

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

96,313 mi
Last recorded96,313 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 XSM
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 96,313 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 94,881 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 93,537 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 91,740 miles

Underseal All over

Pass 4 Oct 2021 83,384 miles

chassis & FLOOR COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL

Fail 27 Sep 2021 83,384 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

chassis & FLOOR COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL

Pass 15 Sep 2020 81,968 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 76,573 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 73,091 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 66,750 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 59,881 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 54,630 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 50,527 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 45,449 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 44,576 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 41,521 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 36,068 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 27,019 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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FL55 XSM is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FL55 XSM, 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 FL55 XSM registered?

FL55 XSM is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is FL55 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 XSM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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