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YW05 RKJ

2005 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,922 mi
Last recorded94,922 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW05 RKJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 94,922 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear shock absorbers weak

Fail 28 May 2014 94,820 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear shock absorbers weak

Pass 31 Oct 2012 83,270 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 69,779 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/r tyre approaching wear indicators

Pass 28 May 2010 60,546 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 52,342 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 44,064 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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YW05 RKJ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 YW05 RKJ, 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 YW05 RKJ registered?

YW05 RKJ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is YW05 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW05 RKJ shows 7 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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