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SK05 LEE

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,953 mi
Last recorded81,953 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 LEE
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 81,953 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 81,250 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 80,795 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 80,131 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 79,655 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 78,296 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 76,876 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 73,086 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 70,773 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 67,911 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 63,005 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 59,173 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 21 Mar 2014 55,761 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 48,224 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 44,583 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2011 36,051 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 27,205 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 25,546 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 23,651 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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SK05 LEE is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SK05 LEE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK05 LEE registered?

SK05 LEE is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is SK05 LEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK05 LEE shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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