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MT53 FWA

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

149,604 mi
Last recorded149,604 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 FWA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 149,604 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 149,285 miles

reflector broken slightly nsr

Pass 21 Nov 2017 148,799 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 134,724 miles

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

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

outer sills covered

suspension rubbers deteriorated

underside of vehicle undersealed

Fail 10 Nov 2016 134,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

outer sills covered

suspension rubbers deteriorated

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 13 Nov 2015 122,388 miles

Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both weeping (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear backing plate heavy corrosion

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

corrosion and damage to sills

outer sills covered

stone chips in windscreen

tow hook missing

Fail 12 Nov 2015 122,377 miles

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

Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both weeping (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear backing plate heavy corrosion

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

corrosion and damage to sills

outer sills covered

stone chips in windscreen

tow hook missing

Pass 6 Dec 2014 112,955 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 102,639 miles

exhaust corroded

sills covered

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

Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

corrosion to suspension components

some damage and corrosion to sills

stone chips in windscreen

wet weather condtions

Pass 10 Nov 2012 93,750 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 90,441 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 87,408 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 87,408 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 83,975 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 83,975 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 72,485 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 64,572 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 46,428 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 46,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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MT53 FWA is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MT53 FWA, 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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MT53 FWA is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 9 December 2003.

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