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K526 TLB

2004 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

162,047 mi
Last recorded162,047 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK526 TLB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 162,047 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 160,800 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 160,361 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 158,996 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 158,096 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 155,391 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 152,657 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 149,809 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 147,502 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 144,991 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 141,609 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 138,881 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 133,169 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 129,481 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 125,489 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 120,801 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 116,117 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 110,902 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 104,601 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 98,372 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 98,282 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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K526 TLB is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 74,978 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 K526 TLB, 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 22 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K526 TLB?

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What year was K526 TLB registered?

K526 TLB is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 October 2004.

Is K526 TLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K526 TLB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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