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P3 WBY

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,079 mi
Last recorded123,079 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 WBY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 123,079 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 120,945 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 165,324 miles

body has slight corrosion

Pass 1 Jul 2017 161,323 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 124,350 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 124,889 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both side sills are slightly corroded

engine management light is on

front subframe is slightly damaged

Pass 18 Jun 2013 115,050 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 115,050 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 107,379 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 100,668 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 87,970 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 70,908 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 50,437 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 34,832 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 29,185 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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P3 WBY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P3 WBY, 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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P3 WBY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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