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FX53 OZF

2004 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

151,230 mi
Last recorded151,230 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 OZF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 151,230 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 151,227 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 150,062 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 150,062 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 144,194 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 144,194 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 135,106 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 135,106 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 126,761 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 116,867 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 116,867 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 107,189 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 102,244 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 90,360 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 90,356 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear discs showing signs of wear

Pass 18 Mar 2011 79,207 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 77,999 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 69,476 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 53,759 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 30,452 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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FX53 OZF 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 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX53 OZF, 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.

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FX53 OZF is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 20 January 2004.

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