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BV53 TMY

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,031 mi
Last recorded145,031 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 TMY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 145,031 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 138,264 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 123,137 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 108,763 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 108,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 92,239 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 77,178 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 65,055 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 65,055 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 42,547 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 31,098 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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BV53 TMY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV53 TMY, 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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What year was BV53 TMY registered?

BV53 TMY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is BV53 TMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 TMY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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