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DS03 DKS

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,741 mi
Last recorded54,741 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 DKS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2024 54,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 54,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 54,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 48,221 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 54,089 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 50,271 miles

signs of corrosion to rear brake discs

wear to o/s/r tyre

wear to rear brake pads

Pass 11 Nov 2010 44,296 miles

signs of corrosion and wear to front brake discs

strong advise wear to rear brake pads

Pass 3 Nov 2009 34,711 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Nov 2009 34,711 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 31,872 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 31,872 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 23,905 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 20,940 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 20,940 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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DS03 DKS is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS03 DKS, 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 DS03 DKS registered?

DS03 DKS is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 August 2003.

Is DS03 DKS safe to buy?

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