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RD03 ZWE

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,205 mi
Last recorded74,205 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD03 ZWE
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 74,205 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 74,149 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 74,137 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Steering system fouling both track rods fouling on anti-roll bar on full lock (2.1.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

both front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 10 Jun 2017 68,518 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Jun 2017 68,518 miles

Oil leak ()

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 58,890 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 109,919 miles

front and rear antiroll bar bushes showing signs of wear

Fail 2 Jun 2015 109,852 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front and rear antiroll bar bushes showing signs of wear

Pass 2 Jun 2014 100,603 miles

centre to rear exhaust box slight leak from gasket

Pass 23 May 2013 92,144 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 92,136 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2012 90,934 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2011 89,115 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 87,291 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 81,288 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 76,246 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 65,265 miles

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 29 Apr 2006 53,704 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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RD03 ZWE is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RD03 ZWE, 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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RD03 ZWE is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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