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XL05 STU

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

110,756 mi
Last recorded110,756 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXL05 STU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 110,756 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 99,931 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 93,756 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 91,221 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 90,314 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 87,955 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 85,338 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 83,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust mounting peg detached close to rear subframe

Pass 27 Dec 2017 79,138 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 74,862 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 70,344 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2015 70,344 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 63,048 miles

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

mil light on

Pass 23 Dec 2013 56,977 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 53,569 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

Pass 23 Dec 2011 49,861 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 45,292 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 45,292 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 42,549 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 34,902 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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XL05 STU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XL05 STU, 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 XL05 STU?

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What year was XL05 STU registered?

XL05 STU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is XL05 STU safe to buy?

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