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AF53 UFV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

104,170 mi
Last recorded104,170 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UFV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 104,170 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 104,159 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 104,133 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 104,051 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 104,033 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 103,915 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 103,483 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 102,716 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 101,383 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 96,626 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 92,169 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2014 92,160 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 84,266 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 77,063 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 69,975 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 69,975 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 61,169 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 53,357 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 45,953 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 45,949 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 37,605 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 28,397 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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AF53 UFV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 AF53 UFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF53 UFV?

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What year was AF53 UFV registered?

AF53 UFV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 UFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 UFV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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