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DX53 TOV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

94,115 mi
Last recorded94,115 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 TOV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 94,115 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 94,071 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 94,012 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 93,835 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 93,741 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 93,662 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabiliser link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 92,968 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 87,680 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 82,573 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 78,162 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 73,774 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 69,286 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 69,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 64,174 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 57,145 miles

Rear door child locks disengaged for test. Owner to re-engage if required.

Pass 4 Oct 2011 49,113 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 39,330 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 31,831 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 24,307 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 16,999 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 10,774 miles

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

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

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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DX53 TOV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 DX53 TOV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX53 TOV registered?

DX53 TOV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is DX53 TOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 TOV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX53 TOV have outstanding finance?

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