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EX53 RCV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

71,183 mi
Last recorded71,183 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 RCV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 71,183 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 68,184 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 63,119 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 63,119 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced and rear (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 57,247 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 57,247 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2014 54,379 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 54,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 51,942 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 48,148 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 48,142 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 44,905 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 41,913 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 38,753 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 34,661 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 30,651 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 26,908 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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EX53 RCV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EX53 RCV, 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

How do I check the history of EX53 RCV?

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What year was EX53 RCV registered?

EX53 RCV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is EX53 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 RCV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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