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GF05 FPP

2005 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

123,676 mi
Last recorded123,676 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 FPP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 123,676 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Slight - All Components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 122,339 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 120,156 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight General Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 117,342 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion nsr end of sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 114,341 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 111,426 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 108,946 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 105,252 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 101,207 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 96,845 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 92,006 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 92,006 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 86,459 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 81,272 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 76,099 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2013 76,079 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2012 69,537 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2011 61,317 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 61,317 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 51,366 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 43,682 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 36,524 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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GF05 FPP 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 86.4%.

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 GF05 FPP, 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 GF05 FPP registered?

GF05 FPP is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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