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AE05 XPD

2005 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

43,838 mi
Last recorded43,838 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Impreza73,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XPD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 43,838 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 43,350 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 42,890 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 42,432 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 41,768 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 40,592 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 39,812 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 37,667 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 35,269 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 33,587 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 33,111 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 32,992 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 32,644 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 32,099 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 28,249 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 24,034 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 24,034 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 22,019 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,027 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Jul 2008 15,829 miles

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

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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AE05 XPD is a 2005 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AE05 XPD, 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 AE05 XPD registered?

AE05 XPD is a 2005 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is AE05 XPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XPD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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