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C5 ARV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

133,920 mi
Last recorded133,920 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 ARV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 133,920 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 131,757 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 129,681 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 127,794 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 126,460 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 125,368 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 124,562 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 121,905 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 117,497 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 111,786 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 106,675 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 30,727 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 98,963 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 92,070 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 84,964 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 84,948 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 79,167 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 65,969 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 65,969 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 53,071 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 53,071 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 37,327 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 37,327 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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C5 ARV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 C5 ARV, 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 C5 ARV registered?

C5 ARV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is C5 ARV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 ARV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C5 ARV have outstanding finance?

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