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CF53 FHR

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,944 mi
Last recorded67,944 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 FHR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 67,944 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 67,622 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 67,043 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 65,217 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 60,231 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 58,458 miles

Engine management lamp staying on..

L.E.D bulbs out on high level brake light..

Nearside rear seat belt not checked-babychair fitted..

Fail 18 Feb 2010 58,458 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Engine management lamp staying on..

L.E.D bulbs out on high level brake light..

Nearside rear seat belt not checked-babychair fitted..

Pass 9 Feb 2009 47,489 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 47,489 miles

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

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 37,822 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 34,920 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 31,740 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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CF53 FHR is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CF53 FHR, 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 CF53 FHR registered?

CF53 FHR is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is CF53 FHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 FHR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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