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BV53 ZHZ

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

64,136 mi
Last recorded64,136 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 ZHZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 64,136 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2025 64,136 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 62,104 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 59,715 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 56,815 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 54,067 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 48,316 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 47,658 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 47,651 miles

Emissions not tested Due to modified catalytic converter (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 45,863 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 41,763 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 38,631 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 33,314 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 26,498 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 24,602 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 24,161 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 21,896 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 19,005 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 16,907 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 14,246 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 11,674 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 8,937 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 ZHZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 ZHZ, 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 BV53 ZHZ registered?

BV53 ZHZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BV53 ZHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 ZHZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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