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EX03 VXS

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,313 mi
Last recorded91,313 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 91,313 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 87,919 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 84,346 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 80,479 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 78,084 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 75,258 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 72,334 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 67,527 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 67,527 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 64,349 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2017 64,349 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 60,270 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 55,101 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 55,101 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 48,783 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 48,783 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 42,760 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 42,760 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 36,666 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 35,758 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 34,318 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 32,354 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 29,919 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 27,286 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 23,845 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 18,931 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 18,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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 VXS 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 77.8%.

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 EX03 VXS, 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 EX03 VXS registered?

EX03 VXS is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is EX03 VXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 VXS shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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