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DB02 SUB

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,263 mi
Last recorded71,263 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB02 SUB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 71,263 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 70,813 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 69,643 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 69,139 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 67,735 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 67,722 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 63,984 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 62,338 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 59,619 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 55,080 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 45,442 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 38,734 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 34,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 31,531 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 27,332 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 24,414 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2006 17,894 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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DB02 SUB is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DB02 SUB, 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 DB02 SUB registered?

DB02 SUB is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is DB02 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB02 SUB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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