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FY55 FWS

2005 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

34,376 mi
Last recorded34,376 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 FWS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 34,376 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2025 34,376 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 34,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bold on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bold on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 34,295 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 33,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 33,596 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 33,519 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 33,126 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 32,667 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 32,476 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 32,198 miles

both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 17 Nov 2015 31,625 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 29,986 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 29,215 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 27,831 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 26,646 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 25,593 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 20,662 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 15,483 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 FWS is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FWS, 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 FWS registered?

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

Is FY55 FWS safe to buy?

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