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FY55 FWK

2005 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,841 mi
Last recorded89,841 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 FWK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 89,841 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2025 89,779 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 88,285 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 85,436 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 82,839 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 82,839 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 79,733 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 77,629 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 74,607 miles

both rear tyre valves fairly deteriorated

Pass 19 Nov 2018 70,577 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 64,161 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 52,660 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 52,660 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 49,450 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 40,964 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 38,576 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 35,872 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 31,204 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2010 25,651 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 25,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 19,700 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 13,154 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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FY55 FWK is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FY55 FWK, 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 FY55 FWK registered?

FY55 FWK is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is FY55 FWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 FWK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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