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FY53 GFV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,146 mi
Last recorded29,146 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 GFV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 29,146 miles

All tyres slightly perished.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S/R tyre has slightly uneven block wear on inner edge.

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 22,076 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 21,994 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 21,992 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 21,143 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 20,995 miles

brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 10 Oct 2009 20,229 miles

all four brake discs rusty

Pass 11 Oct 2008 19,714 miles

all four brake discs slightly rusty due to lack of use

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 12 Oct 2007 18,500 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 16,381 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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FY53 GFV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FY53 GFV, 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 FY53 GFV registered?

FY53 GFV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is FY53 GFV safe to buy?

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