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R3 YLC

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,961 mi
Last recorded79,961 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 YLC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 79,961 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 78,505 miles

Upgraded suspension fitted

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Non standard exhaust fitted; noisey

Under trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Upgraded brakes fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2015 75,237 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non standard exhaust fitted; slightly noisey

Outer sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Upgraded brakes

Upgraded suspension

Pass 27 Dec 2013 71,058 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 66,125 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2012 65,978 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)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 63,182 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 58,737 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 50,608 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2009 48,053 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 42,569 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 35,324 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 26,679 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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R3 YLC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R3 YLC, 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 R3 YLC registered?

R3 YLC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is R3 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 YLC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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