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R88 SRT

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

44,894 mi
Last recorded44,894 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 SRT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 44,894 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 41,930 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 40,533 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 40,418 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 40,320 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 39,654 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 38,942 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 38,942 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2016 38,423 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 36,392 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 35,933 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 34,490 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 33,861 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 32,307 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 29,278 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 25,868 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 21,646 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 14,998 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 13,090 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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R88 SRT is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R88 SRT, 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 R88 SRT registered?

R88 SRT is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is R88 SRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 SRT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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