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BF03 XSR

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

147,507 mi
Last recorded147,507 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 XSR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 147,507 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner/outer sills and jacking points (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal to rear underneath (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 139,232 miles

under vehicle covered by substance-

Pass 7 Aug 2023 136,477 miles

engine mil light on

Fail 3 Aug 2023 136,477 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine mil light on

Pass 10 Aug 2022 131,058 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 126,244 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 122,074 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 117,367 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 110,480 miles

Front Coil spring corroded To rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 104,721 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 102,098 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 96,210 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

all tyres wearing on inner edge nearside front devoid of tread on inner edge

Pass 29 Jul 2015 96,210 miles

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

all tyres wearing on inner edge nearside front devoid of tread on inner edge

Pass 30 Jul 2014 87,984 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge, nearside more

engine starting to smoke ?

Pass 1 Jul 2013 77,048 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s and n/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 29 Jun 2013 77,048 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s and n/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 13 Mar 2012 61,712 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 61,712 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 48,780 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 44,970 miles

front number plate has a small crack in it

Pass 20 Jul 2009 38,478 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 27,916 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 20,367 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 15,550 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 13,701 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 XSR is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc 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 XSR, 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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BF03 XSR is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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