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FD53 TFX

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,589 mi
Last recorded153,589 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 TFX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 153,589 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 149,801 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2020 149,788 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear 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 25 Feb 2019 40,845 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 140,830 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached split pin missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2018 128,632 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 128,580 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 115,817 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 108,937 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 108,532 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 107,639 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Feb 2013 106,633 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 106,196 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Jan 2011 105,268 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 104,642 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 102,162 miles

front discs and pads worn low need replacing

Pass 17 Dec 2007 98,694 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 78,170 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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FD53 TFX is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FD53 TFX, 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 FD53 TFX registered?

FD53 TFX is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is FD53 TFX safe to buy?

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