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EX03 VYA

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

54,157 mi
Last recorded54,157 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 54,157 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 53,743 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 53,558 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 53,556 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken COILOVER (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 53,241 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both rear tyres slight uneven wear

Pass 16 Dec 2021 53,057 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 52,420 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 51,868 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 51,868 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 51,160 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 50,331 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 49,694 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 47,712 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 43,907 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 43,535 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 43,535 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 41,898 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 38,984 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2011 38,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 33,049 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 31,111 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

front number plate slightly damage

Pass 8 May 2008 31,111 miles

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

front number plate slightly damage

Pass 9 May 2007 24,216 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 17,067 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 VYA is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 EX03 VYA, 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 VYA registered?

EX03 VYA is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is EX03 VYA safe to buy?

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