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SV05 LJK

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,710 mi
Last recorded48,710 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 LJK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2012 48,710 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2012 48,710 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 36,071 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 36,071 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 28,210 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 26,202 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 18,217 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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SV05 LJK is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SV05 LJK, 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 SV05 LJK registered?

SV05 LJK is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SV05 LJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV05 LJK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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