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DV53 LXU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,706 mi
Last recorded114,706 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 LXU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2016 114,706 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 109,010 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 103,542 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 97,972 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 92,989 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2012 92,951 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 85,671 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2010 80,791 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 80,791 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2009 70,294 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 53,056 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 26,744 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 26,488 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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DV53 LXU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,183 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DV53 LXU, 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 DV53 LXU registered?

DV53 LXU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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