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DK52 BTF

2002 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

108,886 mi
Last recorded108,886 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Subaru Impreza78,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 BTF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 108,886 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 106,264 miles

parking brake requires some adjustment

Fail 18 Nov 2020 106,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

parking brake requires some adjustment

Pass 6 Nov 2019 99,669 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 94,031 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 84,666 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 73,751 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 58,870 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 48,688 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 45,223 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2012 43,928 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 42,225 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 40,049 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 37,430 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 34,641 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 31,037 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 24,680 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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DK52 BTF is a 2002 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 78,101 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 DK52 BTF, 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 24 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK52 BTF registered?

DK52 BTF is a 2002 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is DK52 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 BTF 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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