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AF53 UFY

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

113,844 mi
Last recorded113,844 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UFY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 113,844 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repaired and undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repaired and undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 112,087 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

underbody and suspension components corroded

Pass 4 May 2024 107,952 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 117,675 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 113,517 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 106,231 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 90,913 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 85,943 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 85,943 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 80,342 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 76,251 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 69,286 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 64,345 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 64,265 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 64,249 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 63,890 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 62,783 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 60,721 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 58,729 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 57,468 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 UFY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 UFY, 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 AF53 UFY registered?

AF53 UFY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is AF53 UFY safe to buy?

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