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AD53 MLV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,172 mi
Last recorded98,172 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 MLV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 98,172 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 95,614 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 92,378 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 87,510 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 82,555 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 78,679 miles

Exhaust cracked and blowing slightly (front)

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

Offside front tyre bald on inner edge, Just legal.

Suspect exhaust noise is louder than legally allowed, Recommend check by VOSA or SYP

Fail 13 Oct 2015 78,679 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Offside and Nearside 21-17 N (8.2.2)

Exhaust cracked and blowing slightly (front)

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

Offside front tyre bald on inner edge, Just legal.

Suspect exhaust noise is louder than legally allowed, Recommend check by VOSA or SYP

Fail 13 Oct 2014 71,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 71,471 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 66,783 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 63,301 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2011 61,054 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 61,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 57,532 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2010 57,532 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 52,628 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 52,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 47,667 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 40,840 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2006 31,571 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 31,442 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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
Full Subaru Impreza reliability report

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AD53 MLV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD53 MLV, 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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What year was AD53 MLV registered?

AD53 MLV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is AD53 MLV safe to buy?

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