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EIJ 251

2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo

Blue Other 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

127,027 mi
Last recorded127,027 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo54,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEIJ 251
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx Turbo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 127,027 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 126,834 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 125,895 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 124,539 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 124,524 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 122,976 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 122,898 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 118,895 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 115,119 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 115,118 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 111,163 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo?

Based on 1,540 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,723
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 29
Registration plate lamp not working 24
Steering rack gaiter split 22
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EIJ 251 is a 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo in Blue with a 1,994cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 54,741 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 Wrx Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EIJ 251, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EIJ 251 registered?

EIJ 251 is a 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx Turbo, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is EIJ 251 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EIJ 251 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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