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DG03 EPF

2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

121,341 mi
Last recorded121,341 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk51,250 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 EPF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx-sti Type Uk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 121,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 121,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Feb 2023 121,315 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 120,175 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 119,942 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 118,089 miles

Offside Rear brake pipe damaged

Rear brake discs badly corroded on inner surface

all 4 wheels protruding from wheel arch

Fail 24 Nov 2020 118,086 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear brake pipe damaged

Rear brake discs badly corroded on inner surface

all 4 wheels protruding from wheel arch

Pass 20 Nov 2019 115,224 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 111,135 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 111,135 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

both rear brake hose's insecure

Pass 18 Apr 2007 41,765 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 30,884 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk?

Based on 1,083 MOT tests across 229 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
2,648
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
229
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 21
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 17
Registration plate lamp not working 16
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13
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DG03 EPF is a 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 51,250 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG03 EPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DG03 EPF is a 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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