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SW05 FBC

2005 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,763 mi
Last recorded2,763 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 FBC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2020 2,763 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 95,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flange to cat corroded (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 87,570 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases left manifold gasket (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 83,284 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 76,734 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 68,935 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 63,128 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 54,585 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 44,960 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 35,389 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 25,205 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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SW05 FBC is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SW05 FBC, 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 SW05 FBC registered?

SW05 FBC is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is SW05 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 FBC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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