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BK53 KOB

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,581 mi
Last recorded71,581 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 KOB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2016 71,581 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front and n/s/r tyre cracking

items removed from drivers view prior to test

plastic trim fitted on sills

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Fail 5 Mar 2016 71,581 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing replaced (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front and n/s/r tyre cracking

items removed from drivers view prior to test

plastic trim fitted on sills

ubcw

Pass 6 Mar 2015 64,602 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 61,303 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 60,215 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 59,016 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 57,025 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 54,314 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 52,531 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 52,531 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 49,190 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 43,888 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 32,646 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Oct 2006 32,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 KOB is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BK53 KOB, 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 KOB registered?

BK53 KOB is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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