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ND52 LJU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,012 mi
Last recorded82,012 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND52 LJU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 82,012 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 81,560 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 80,998 miles

full undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2021 80,590 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange (6.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2021 80,736 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 May 2020 80,205 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2019 79,931 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 78,281 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded 2 x front to rear at union (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 75,060 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 70,996 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 66,125 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 60,786 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 55,752 miles

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 17 Mar 2010 49,526 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 43,826 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 43,761 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2008 38,077 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 38,077 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 32,065 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 26,556 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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ND52 LJU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ND52 LJU, 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

How do I check the history of ND52 LJU?

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What year was ND52 LJU registered?

ND52 LJU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is ND52 LJU safe to buy?

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