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BF03 XRZ

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

88,220 mi
Last recorded88,220 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 XRZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 88,220 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 86,784 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 85,598 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 84,435 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 83,260 miles

Rear Central seatbelt slightly sluggish in operation.

Pass 15 Mar 2021 81,940 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 79,830 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 76,718 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 73,909 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 71,001 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 71,001 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 67,808 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 62,635 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 62,635 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 57,480 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 52,744 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 48,752 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 14 Mar 2011 44,088 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 39,878 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 35,211 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 35,211 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 30,686 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 25,349 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 20,115 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 20,115 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 XRZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 XRZ, 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

How do I check the history of BF03 XRZ?

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What year was BF03 XRZ registered?

BF03 XRZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BF03 XRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 XRZ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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