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N609 SMX

2005 Subaru Impreza Wrx

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,122 mi
Last recorded132,122 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza Wrx104,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN609 SMX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 132,122 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 130,974 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 129,056 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 126,749 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 61,526 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

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

co only just passed emission test

Pass 25 Jan 2011 59,480 miles

slight oil leak on rear diff

Fail 20 Jan 2011 59,480 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front axle brake flexi hoses loose in mounting brackets

slight oil leak on power steer pipe

slight oil leak on rear diff

Pass 27 Nov 2009 56,360 miles

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

bonnet air intake scoop removed for test

Fail 4 Oct 2008 54,139 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 54,139 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 50,503 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 50,503 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 46,759 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?

Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
4,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 377
fog lamp not working 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 283
Steering rack gaiter split 271
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N609 SMX is a 2005 Subaru Impreza Wrx in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 104,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N609 SMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N609 SMX registered?

N609 SMX is a 2005 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 20 January 2005.

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