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SK05 XEN

2005 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

167,678 mi
Last recorded167,678 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 XEN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 167,678 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 166,279 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 93,021 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 88,083 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Surface corrosion on all front and rear suspension components

Pass 18 Jul 2013 80,442 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 73,544 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 73,544 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 68,111 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 61,653 miles

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

rear discs worn slightly pitted

Fail 18 Nov 2010 61,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

rear discs worn slightly pitted

Pass 4 Dec 2009 47,932 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Sill covers fitted

Underside of car is muddy

Fail 2 Dec 2009 47,922 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Sill covers fitted

Underside of car is muddy

Fail 19 Feb 2009 45,361 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 45,361 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 34,790 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 XEN is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XEN, 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 XEN registered?

SK05 XEN is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is SK05 XEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK05 XEN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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