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DE53 EMF

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,610 mi
Last recorded135,610 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 EMF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 135,610 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 122,529 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 120,512 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2013 112,189 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 108,029 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 99,970 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 85,652 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 69,795 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 69,795 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 55,411 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 39,734 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 26,336 miles

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

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

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

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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DE53 EMF is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DE53 EMF, 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 DE53 EMF registered?

DE53 EMF is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DE53 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 EMF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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