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FH53 BZC

2004 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

125,542 mi
Last recorded125,542 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 BZC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 125,542 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 125,196 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 123,487 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 111,448 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 104,489 miles

child seat fitted to rear, unable to check seat belts properly-exhaust has minor leak-front and rear brake pads worn low

Pass 29 Jan 2020 101,747 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 93,313 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 85,471 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 77,728 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 69,373 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 69,373 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 63,691 miles

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

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

front anti roll bar links worn an perished

Pass 25 Jan 2014 59,186 miles

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

front discs rusted

Pass 28 Jan 2013 54,220 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2012 48,651 miles

frontdrop links worn

Pass 18 Jan 2011 42,678 miles

o/s/f tyre.

Pass 28 Jan 2010 37,185 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 31,364 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 26,179 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 21,417 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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FH53 BZC is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 74,978 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 FH53 BZC, 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 22 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 FH53 BZC registered?

FH53 BZC is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is FH53 BZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 BZC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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