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YX05 GVJ

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,665 mi
Last recorded69,665 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 GVJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 69,665 miles

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

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

n/s/f top suspenion mounting starting to split

o/s/f top suspenion mounting starting to split

rear bumper has temporary repair

Fail 14 Apr 2015 69,665 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

n/s/f top suspenion mounting starting to split

o/s/f top suspenion mounting starting to split

Pass 21 Mar 2014 62,542 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 58,533 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 49,003 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 43,894 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 38,820 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres wearing on edges [stepped edge type]

Fail 23 Jul 2009 32,709 miles

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

n/s/wiper judders

Pass 23 Jul 2009 32,709 miles

n/s/wiper judders

Pass 27 May 2008 25,645 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

suspect n/s/f tyre out of shape

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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YX05 GVJ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX05 GVJ, 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 YX05 GVJ registered?

YX05 GVJ is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is YX05 GVJ safe to buy?

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