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AF53 VHE

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

151,033 mi
Last recorded151,033 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 VHE
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 151,033 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 149,033 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 131,234 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 119,517 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 105,550 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 93,942 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 93,942 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 May 2014 83,067 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 77,009 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 73,029 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 78,944 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 65,056 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 59,562 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 55,103 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 49,722 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 49,719 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 39,234 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 VHE is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VHE, 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 VHE registered?

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

Is AF53 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 VHE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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