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R260 CDC

2003 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,377 mi
Last recorded96,377 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR260 CDC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 96,377 miles

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 92,865 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 92,865 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 92,787 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 92,787 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 92,726 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 92,240 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 92,060 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 92,060 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 91,978 miles

all tyre sidewalls cracking

Fail 21 Sep 2012 91,978 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

all tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 10 Sep 2009 91,642 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 May 2008 90,624 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 90,395 miles

tyres perishing with age.

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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R260 CDC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R260 CDC, 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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What year was R260 CDC registered?

R260 CDC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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