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EX53 RDZ

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,650 mi
Last recorded131,650 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 RDZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 131,650 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 131,385 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 128,791 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 127,063 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 127,063 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2022 125,698 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 123,727 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 123,140 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 121,034 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 117,717 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 117,717 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 114,374 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 109,346 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 103,093 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 97,672 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 93,358 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 87,068 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 87,066 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 81,551 miles

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

front and rear discs slightly pitted/rusty

Pass 16 Oct 2009 78,615 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 70,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 70,487 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 52,251 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 39,916 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 39,916 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 RDZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX53 RDZ, 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 RDZ?

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What year was EX53 RDZ registered?

EX53 RDZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is EX53 RDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 RDZ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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