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FM05 RXF

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,628 mi
Last recorded15,628 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 RXF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 15,628 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 15,618 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexi (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 15,493 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 15,086 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 14,624 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 14,001 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 13,683 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 13,672 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 13,672 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen water low (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 11,132 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 11,132 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both sides adjusted OK (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Filled OK (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 10,881 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 10,472 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 10,472 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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FM05 RXF is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FM05 RXF, 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 FM05 RXF registered?

FM05 RXF is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is FM05 RXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 RXF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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