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R2 OBG

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,148 mi
Last recorded83,148 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 OBG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 83,148 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 83,038 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 82,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 79,562 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 77,970 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 76,484 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 73,593 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 71,183 miles

ns/rear tyre inner edge worn

os/rear tyre inner edge worn

Pass 22 Jan 2014 65,554 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 64,068 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 58,237 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 28 Jul 2011 48,662 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010

front discs starting to corrode inner face

Pass 10 Dec 2009 44,086 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 41,050 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 38,083 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 32,818 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)

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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R2 OBG is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R2 OBG, 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 R2 OBG registered?

R2 OBG is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is R2 OBG safe to buy?

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