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SU05 BRU

2005 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

101,022 mi
Last recorded101,022 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSU05 BRU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 101,022 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 100,501 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 100,082 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 98,958 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 97,219 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 96,666 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 92,657 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 86,669 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 86,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 67,989 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 62,185 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 58,034 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2013 53,500 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 50,797 miles

all tyres near limit of wear.

Pass 1 Mar 2011 45,951 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 42,636 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 42,636 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 36,922 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 29,645 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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SU05 BRU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SU05 BRU, 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 SU05 BRU registered?

SU05 BRU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is SU05 BRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SU05 BRU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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