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SG05 LYT

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,267 mi
Last recorded60,267 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 LYT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2022 60,267 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier In Boot (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Both rear doors welded shut making access to rear seat belts difficult

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 60,230 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier in boot (4.13 (a) (i))

both rear passenger doors welded shut making access to rear seat belts difficult

Pass 15 Sep 2020 59,322 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 57,886 miles

both rear doors have been welded closed and access to rear seat is difficult

Pass 30 May 2018 56,565 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 55,132 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 54,890 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 54,222 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 52,173 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 49,995 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 46,550 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 41,320 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 41,320 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 May 2010 35,415 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 29,553 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 22,640 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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SG05 LYT is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SG05 LYT, 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 SG05 LYT registered?

SG05 LYT is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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The MOT history for SG05 LYT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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