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BF03 XRV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

82,153 mi
Last recorded82,153 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 XRV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 82,153 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 81,000 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 79,882 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 79,881 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 79,875 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 77,698 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 76,524 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 71,194 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 66,787 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 64,649 miles

engine management light is indicating a fault

Pass 18 Apr 2012 62,884 miles

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

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

n/s/r brake pads low and brake disc in poor condition

Pass 11 Apr 2011 60,663 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 60,663 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 58,255 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 52,860 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 44,405 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 35,385 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 35,385 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 27,679 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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BF03 XRV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BF03 XRV, 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 BF03 XRV registered?

BF03 XRV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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