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SP05 UPZ

2005 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,886 mi
Last recorded116,886 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 UPZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 116,886 miles

handbrake near end of reserve travel

superficial corrosion on underside / suspension but not to excess

Pass 27 Nov 2024 114,571 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 112,016 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 109,738 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 103,710 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 96,523 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 89,569 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 84,637 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 78,520 miles

Nearside Rear Coil over lower locking nut is insecure

Nearside front and offside rear tyre treads are low

Pass 10 Mar 2015 64,105 miles

engine management light indicates a fault

Pass 25 Feb 2014 57,683 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 52,190 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 48,478 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 45,928 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 40,994 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both sills coverd

Pass 2 Mar 2009 31,482 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 21,909 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)

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 UPZ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 SP05 UPZ, 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 UPZ registered?

SP05 UPZ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SP05 UPZ safe to buy?

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