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SP05 UPA

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,468 mi
Last recorded111,468 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 UPA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 111,468 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 99,523 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 97,645 miles

rear diff has slight leak

sump pan slightly corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2015 89,630 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 80,283 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 69,216 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 66,295 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 66,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 56,988 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 56,988 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 45,226 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 40,497 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 40,469 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 32,510 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 25,576 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre perished

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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SP05 UPA is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SP05 UPA, 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 SP05 UPA registered?

SP05 UPA is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is SP05 UPA safe to buy?

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