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M8 MGE

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,991 mi
Last recorded74,991 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 MGE
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 74,991 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 74,109 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 74,098 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 73,642 miles

Both headlamps have a poor beam image

Fail 4 Mar 2014 73,629 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 70,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 68,658 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 68,633 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 61,132 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 47,613 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2007 38,868 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 28,705 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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M8 MGE is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M8 MGE, 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 M8 MGE registered?

M8 MGE is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is M8 MGE safe to buy?

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