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RE53 GOU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

118,567 mi
Last recorded118,567 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 GOU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 118,567 miles

vehicle undersealed

Pass 7 Aug 2023 116,122 miles

Vehicle Under Sealed

Pass 23 Jun 2022 113,811 miles

Vehicle Under sealed

Pass 8 Mar 2021 112,699 miles

Vehicle Under Sealed

Pass 6 Jan 2018 100,886 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 95,501 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 89,106 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 5 Jan 2015 82,273 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 75,428 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 69,037 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 62,710 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 56,225 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Feb 2011 56,095 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 50,614 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 45,412 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 41,352 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 32,094 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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RE53 GOU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RE53 GOU, 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 RE53 GOU registered?

RE53 GOU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is RE53 GOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 GOU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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