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EX03 VRE

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

146,567 mi
Last recorded146,567 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 VRE
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 146,567 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 139,290 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 132,551 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 132,551 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 120,687 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 119,045 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 113,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 113,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 110,096 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Jan 2018 110,096 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 100,315 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 100,315 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 95,624 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer boot showing signs of grease (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 93,769 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 92,048 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 89,103 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 89,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 85,626 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 85,566 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 78,827 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 68,498 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 59,458 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

offside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 26 Sep 2008 51,560 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

near side tyre slight wear on the inner edge

off side front tyre slight wear on the inner edge

Pass 13 Oct 2007 43,595 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s headlight aim high

view to front /sticker

Pass 9 Oct 2006 30,375 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 30,375 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 28,798 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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EX03 VRE is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 EX03 VRE, 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 EX03 VRE registered?

EX03 VRE is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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