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AF53 VHR

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

113,132 mi
Last recorded113,132 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 113,132 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 111,031 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 110,504 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 109,914 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 108,793 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 101,618 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 97,282 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 95,841 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 91,931 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 85,434 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 78,517 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 78,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 72,087 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front discs lipped

Fail 16 Sep 2008 72,087 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front discs lipped

Pass 17 Sep 2007 63,189 miles

exhaust emissions CO close to max limits at fast idle

Fail 17 Sep 2007 63,189 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

exhaust emissions co close to max limits at fast idle

Pass 31 Aug 2006 46,494 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 VHR is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VHR, 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

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What year was AF53 VHR registered?

AF53 VHR is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is AF53 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 VHR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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