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SV55 PKU

2005 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,358 mi
Last recorded57,358 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 PKU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 57,358 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 57,347 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 56,270 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 52,965 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 48,689 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 45,056 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 40,643 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 40,496 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings AT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNT (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings WHEEL ARCH (6.1.B.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint BOTH FRONT (2.4.G.2)

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 24 Oct 2016 39,531 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 37,749 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 35,900 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 33,936 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 30,960 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 30,960 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 27,711 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 25,005 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 20,694 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 20,694 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 16 Dec 2008 18,308 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 18,308 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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SV55 PKU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SV55 PKU, 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

How do I check the history of SV55 PKU?

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What year was SV55 PKU registered?

SV55 PKU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is SV55 PKU safe to buy?

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