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BK53 FDU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,938 mi
Last recorded70,938 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 FDU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 70,938 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 70,938 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 69,802 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 69,728 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 64,316 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 64,316 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 57,135 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 57,109 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Battery insecure

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 31 Dec 2007 49,319 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 41,866 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 27,503 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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BK53 FDU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK53 FDU, 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 BK53 FDU registered?

BK53 FDU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is BK53 FDU safe to buy?

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