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GU53 YHO

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

51,543 mi
Last recorded51,543 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 YHO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 51,543 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 51,498 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 51,495 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 51,479 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 51,374 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 51,374 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 50,170 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 46,476 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 43,150 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 40,306 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 38,012 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 36,691 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 35,384 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 35,368 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 33,561 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 33,537 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 31,110 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 27,871 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 21,559 miles

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

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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GU53 YHO is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GU53 YHO, 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 GU53 YHO registered?

GU53 YHO is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is GU53 YHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 YHO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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