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FB53 DWF

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,633 mi
Last recorded91,633 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 DWF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 91,633 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 91,047 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 90,311 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 87,477 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 84,650 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 84,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 81,336 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 77,153 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 73,671 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 67,576 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 58,249 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 44,400 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 44,400 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 37,802 miles

offside / nearside front tyres are worn smooth on inner edges

Pass 3 Apr 2007 32,077 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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FB53 DWF is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FB53 DWF, 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 FB53 DWF registered?

FB53 DWF is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is FB53 DWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB53 DWF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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