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FM54 LPV

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

91,402 mi
Last recorded91,402 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 LPV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 91,402 miles

Underside of vehicle slightly corroded

Fail 23 Jan 2018 91,379 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre deflated (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 90,530 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded REAR AT VALVE = ALL PIPES (3.6.B.2c)

EXHAUST = LEAK,S

FRONT NUM/PLATE CRACKED

REAR OUTER TYRE WALLS CHIPPED & TEARS ON BUFFER

Pass 22 Dec 2015 86,934 miles

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

all struts have corrosion at spring seats

cant check rear wheel bearings for transmision

rear exhaust flange corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2014 83,163 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 79,904 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 73,336 miles

FRONT NUM/PLATE CRACKED

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

Pass 21 Dec 2011 66,917 miles

both rear number plate lamps dim (covered in paint offspray)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 61,592 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

cant see inner rear brake discs or pads properly

rear number plate bulb lenses have over spray

Pass 30 Dec 2009 53,861 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 30 Dec 2009 53,861 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 42,920 miles

F/NOM PLATE CRACKED

Fail 4 Feb 2008 34,786 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 34,786 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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FM54 LPV 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 FM54 LPV, 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.

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What year was FM54 LPV registered?

FM54 LPV is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 21 January 2005.

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