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W300 SUB

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,814 mi
Last recorded92,814 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW300 SUB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 92,814 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 92,057 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2024 92,057 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 89,931 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 87,686 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 85,240 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint boot split but preventing ingress.

Pass 8 Aug 2020 83,148 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 80,000 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 77,934 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 69,467 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 63,904 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 59,415 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 54,572 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 47,354 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 47,354 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 42,214 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 36,555 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,555 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 32,107 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 17 Sep 2009 27,187 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 22,040 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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W300 SUB is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 W300 SUB, 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 W300 SUB registered?

W300 SUB is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is W300 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W300 SUB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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