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AC03 GBV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

116,847 mi
Last recorded116,847 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 GBV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 116,847 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 116,273 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 115,131 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 114,519 miles

Lowered suspension fitted

Non standard exhaust fitted

Fail 31 Jul 2021 114,513 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Exhaust blowwing (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability ADJUSTER COLLAR LOOSE (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Lowered suspension fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 11 May 2020 109,230 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 100,741 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2018 90,755 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 82,402 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 71,399 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 56,022 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 49,503 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 39,234 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 31,445 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 25,349 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 22,863 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 21,423 miles

front brakes have surface corrosion and pads on 4 mm

Pass 24 Aug 2007 16,198 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 20 Apr 2006 8,973 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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AC03 GBV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,183 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 AC03 GBV, 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 23 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AC03 GBV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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