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NL03 KVH

2003 Subaru Impreza GX AWD

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,563 mi
Last recorded120,563 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza GX AWD79,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL03 KVH
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza GX AWD
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2016 120,563 miles

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 Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall splits (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 114,919 miles

Engine malfunction light on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Dec 2015 114,916 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage missing Both front (2.4.G.1)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Engine malfunction light on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2014 109,074 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 109,074 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 103,302 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 91,391 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 85,400 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 82,354 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 69,686 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 60,712 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 47,638 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 37,240 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 37,240 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza GX AWD?

Based on 3,595 MOT tests across 290 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
6,756
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
290
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 172
position lamp(s) not working 125
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 93
Registration plate lamp not working 85
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NL03 KVH is a 2003 Subaru Impreza GX AWD in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Impreza GX AWD models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 79,903 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza GX AWD fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NL03 KVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza GX AWD typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Impreza GX AWD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NL03 KVH is a 2003 Subaru Impreza GX AWD, first registered on 4 March 2003.

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