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BW03 BDW

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

95,131 mi
Last recorded95,131 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 BDW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2025 95,131 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2022 93,798 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2022 93,715 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 92,039 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 90,718 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 88,282 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 86,744 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 84,959 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 74,652 miles

Damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight movement in n/s/f anti roll bar link

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

Fail 12 Aug 2014 62,258 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 62,258 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 60,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 60,547 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 59,198 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 57,402 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 50,338 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 41,960 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 40,358 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 30,816 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 21,265 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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BW03 BDW is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BW03 BDW, 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 BW03 BDW registered?

BW03 BDW is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is BW03 BDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 BDW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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