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YR05 LZV

2005 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,202 mi
Last recorded60,202 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 LZV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 60,202 miles

Both rear tyres edges scrubbing

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 45,775 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 40,365 miles

both rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Fail 14 Jul 2014 40,361 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 20 Dec 2013 36,707 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 36,687 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 35,441 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges of treads

underbody rusting on brakes,steering, suspension and exhaust components

Pass 22 Mar 2012 33,724 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres worn on outer edges of treads

underbody rusting on braking,steering and suspension components

Pass 9 Mar 2011 30,511 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 9 Mar 2011 30,511 miles

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

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

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 31 Mar 2010 26,332 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 21,064 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 15,736 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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YR05 LZV is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YR05 LZV, 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 YR05 LZV registered?

YR05 LZV is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for YR05 LZV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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