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A8 SVB

2005 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

85,085 mi
Last recorded85,085 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 SVB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 85,085 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 82,859 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 81,762 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 80,553 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 79,340 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 77,634 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 75,484 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 72,540 miles

Front tyres worn out on edges

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 65,870 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 65,846 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 56,473 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 48,314 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 45,364 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 42,067 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 42,067 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 39,133 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 34,804 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 29,530 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 29 Nov 2008 19,289 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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A8 SVB is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A8 SVB, 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

How do I check the history of A8 SVB?

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What year was A8 SVB registered?

A8 SVB is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is A8 SVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 SVB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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