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SIW 6166

2004 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

73,491 mi
Last recorded73,491 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIW 6166
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 73,491 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 73,415 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 72,121 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 72,051 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 72,051 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 May 2021 70,420 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 68,701 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 66,174 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 65,163 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 74,164 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 73,919 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 72,833 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 72,833 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 69,535 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 66,998 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 66,998 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 64,393 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 64,391 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both rear tyre treads worn on edges

Pass 31 Jul 2006 61,057 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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SIW 6166 is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SIW 6166, 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

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What year was SIW 6166 registered?

SIW 6166 is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 2 August 2004.

Is SIW 6166 safe to buy?

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