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SW55 CXR

2005 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

104,795 mi
Last recorded104,795 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 CXR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2019 104,795 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 100,123 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 100,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 100,123 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely Binding severely ,wheel bearing not checked (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Underside undersealed not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 25 Nov 2017 97,945 miles

EML ON

Items removed from driver's view prior to test AIR FRESHNERS ()

Pass 24 Oct 2016 91,213 miles

EML ON

Fail 21 Oct 2016 91,209 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect reflector broken inside (1.8.A.1b)

EML ON

Pass 22 Aug 2013 80,643 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 80,643 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 68,255 miles

both front tyres wearing very badly on inside edges.

rear seatbelts have to be assest at mot, please ensure easier access at next mot.

Fail 21 Aug 2012 68,255 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

both front tyres wearing very badly on inside edges.

rear seatbelts have to be assest at mot, please ensure easier access at next mot.

Pass 19 Aug 2011 52,835 miles

n/s/r tyre cracked

Fail 19 Aug 2011 52,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/r tyre cracked

Pass 9 Jul 2010 38,728 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 25,718 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Jul 2009 25,718 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 11,811 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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SW55 CXR is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 SW55 CXR, 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.

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What year was SW55 CXR registered?

SW55 CXR is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is SW55 CXR safe to buy?

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