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A22 SBU

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,885 mi
Last recorded113,885 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 SBU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 113,885 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 112,145 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 109,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 107,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2016 103,485 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 96,219 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2014 90,451 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 90,451 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 86,158 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 86,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 81,449 miles

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 5 Mar 2011 77,654 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 77,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 71,631 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 61,895 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 57,333 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s front tyre wearing thin on outside edge

o/s front tyre wearing thin on inside edge

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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A22 SBU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 A22 SBU, 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 A22 SBU registered?

A22 SBU is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is A22 SBU safe to buy?

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