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MT53 FWC

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

41,859 mi
Last recorded41,859 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 FWC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 41,859 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Jun 2017 41,858 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2016 41,090 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 40,538 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 38,520 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 38,520 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 36,504 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 36,504 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 34,423 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 31,984 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 27,604 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 25,668 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 24,157 miles

advise front and rear brake pads low

advise n/s/f tyre scrubbing on outer edge

Fail 12 Dec 2007 24,157 miles

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

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

advise front and rear brake pads low

advise n/s/f tyre scrubbing on outer edge

Fail 15 Dec 2006 21,768 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 21,768 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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MT53 FWC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FWC, 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 MT53 FWC registered?

MT53 FWC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is MT53 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT53 FWC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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