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M40 MTW

2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

160,737 mi
Last recorded160,737 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx96,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 MTW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 160,737 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 152,156 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 148,819 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 17 Feb 2016 148,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 148,776 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 147,616 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2010 143,934 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 135,686 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 107,189 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 107,189 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 85,726 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?

Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
4,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 377
fog lamp not working 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 283
Steering rack gaiter split 271
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M40 MTW is a 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 96,851 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M40 MTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M40 MTW registered?

M40 MTW is a 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 17 December 2003.

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