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LS52 MZU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,421 mi
Last recorded153,421 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS52 MZU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 153,421 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 153,260 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 136,282 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 131,998 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 127,258 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 121,020 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 118,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 12 Mar 2021 118,815 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 113,039 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 105,932 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 105,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 May 2017 97,077 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 88,674 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 80,862 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 73,162 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 62,885 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2012 55,250 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 55,250 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2011 48,486 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 41,807 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 May 2009 33,796 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 33,785 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 25,173 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 19,011 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 15,230 miles

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

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

nearside door mirror cracked

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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LS52 MZU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LS52 MZU, 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 LS52 MZU registered?

LS52 MZU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 February 2003.

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