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DS03 PEN

2003 Subaru Imprezza

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,831 mi
Last recorded71,831 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Imprezza93,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 PEN
MakeSubaru
ModelImprezza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 71,831 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 66,622 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 61,305 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 56,017 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 56,017 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 49,778 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 44,386 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 40,089 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 34,907 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 29,517 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Imprezza?

Based on 1,159 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
3,988
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 48
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
fog lamp not working 38
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Steering rack gaiter split 28
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DS03 PEN is a 2003 Subaru Imprezza in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Imprezza models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 93,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Imprezza fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS03 PEN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Imprezza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Imprezza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS03 PEN registered?

DS03 PEN is a 2003 Subaru Imprezza, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is DS03 PEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 PEN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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