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AJ53 JZA

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

92,656 mi
Last recorded92,656 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 JZA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 92,656 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 91,657 miles

Central exhaust corroded

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 90,233 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 88,806 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 88,806 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 86,408 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 83,962 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 80,277 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 77,538 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 73,540 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 69,422 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 68,152 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 64,935 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 59,153 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 53,997 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 48,619 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 43,058 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 72,956 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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AJ53 JZA is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AJ53 JZA, 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 AJ53 JZA registered?

AJ53 JZA is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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