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YP05 JYC

2005 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

140,199 mi
Last recorded140,199 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 JYC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 140,199 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 140,199 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2023 133,499 miles

Corrosion Under Vehicle

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 127,337 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 127,337 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 111,198 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 102,089 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 98,878 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 98,878 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2017 95,595 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 93,366 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 91,426 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2015 91,426 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 88,989 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 82,858 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 77,151 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 May 2011 70,061 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 59,319 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 47,023 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 47,023 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 34,061 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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YP05 JYC is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YP05 JYC, 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 YP05 JYC registered?

YP05 JYC is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 26 April 2005.

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