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S500 BYV

2004 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

119,539 mi
Last recorded119,539 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 BYV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 119,539 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2025 119,262 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 119,034 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 118,775 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 118,282 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 117,891 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 117,614 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 117,140 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 116,722 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 116,198 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 115,762 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 115,259 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 114,535 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 113,130 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 105,798 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 103,049 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 97,408 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2010 97,408 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 96,575 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 89,477 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 89,451 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Front registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Front registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Rear registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Rear registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

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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S500 BYV is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S500 BYV, 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 S500 BYV?

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What year was S500 BYV registered?

S500 BYV is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 7 September 2004.

Is S500 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 BYV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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