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OE53 YPP

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,303 mi
Last recorded127,303 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 YPP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 127,303 miles

Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

outer sills not fully tested due to sill covers

underbody undersealed

Pass 17 Jul 2024 125,541 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 124,950 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2022 124,500 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 120,427 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 113,964 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 106,548 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 106,548 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 103,771 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 90,989 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 90,828 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 80,817 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 80,817 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 73,622 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 63,318 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 63,318 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 53,264 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 39,184 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 23,226 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 23,134 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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OE53 YPP is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OE53 YPP, 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 OE53 YPP registered?

OE53 YPP is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is OE53 YPP safe to buy?

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