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BD53 LRV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

104,017 mi
Last recorded104,017 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 LRV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 104,017 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under-body corroded.

under-trays fitted.

Pass 9 Nov 2024 97,079 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhuast system corroded

sills, under body corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2022 97,039 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

plastic sill covers fitted so inspection of outersills not possible

Pass 21 Sep 2021 95,461 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 92,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 88,363 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

General corrosion to rear of chassis

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Head light slightly loose but beam pattern ok

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 88,363 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

General corrosion to rear of chassis

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Head light slightly loose but beam pattern ok

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 79,772 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front headlight has a securing tab broken but light is still secure enough to pass

Fail 15 Sep 2018 79,772 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front headlight has a securing tab broken but light is still secure enough to pass

Pass 2 Oct 2017 69,298 miles

Both Headlight lenses faded but still provide sufficient beam image

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking

Pass 20 Sep 2016 61,048 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both Front (2.4.G.2)

Front No plate slightly damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly cracked

Slight grab on Offside Rear brake when rotated anti clockwise

Fail 20 Sep 2016 61,048 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both Front (2.4.G.2)

Front No plate slightly damaged

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly cracked

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Slight grab on Offside Rear brake when rotated anti clockwise

Pass 28 Sep 2015 56,691 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has slight cracking between the tread, ok at time of test.

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

Slight oil leak on engine

Pass 18 Oct 2014 52,640 miles

front windscreen wipers worn but still clear the windscreen.

minor scratches on rear bumper.

nearside rear tyre cracked.

Fail 30 Sep 2014 52,635 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front drag links have slight play,knocking,reqd SOON

Pass 13 Nov 2013 50,946 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 48,534 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 45,873 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 42,878 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 39,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 36,046 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 23,064 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 23,064 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 18,434 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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BD53 LRV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 BD53 LRV, 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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BD53 LRV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 11 November 2003.

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