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FD03 VWM

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,288 mi
Last recorded55,288 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 VWM
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 55,288 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 53,326 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 50,922 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 50,078 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 48,535 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 47,069 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 46,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

malfunction indicator lamp illuminated on dash

stone chips in windscreen outside zone A - less than 40 mm

Pass 21 Nov 2012 44,978 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 41,216 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,371 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 32,890 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 28,717 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 28,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2007 25,950 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 25,950 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 21,468 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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FD03 VWM is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 FD03 VWM, 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 FD03 VWM registered?

FD03 VWM is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is FD03 VWM safe to buy?

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