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RO52 THO

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,334 mi
Last recorded88,334 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 THO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025 88,334 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 88,325 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle undersealed

Pass 31 May 2019 88,109 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 88,109 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 87,039 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 85,814 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 84,300 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 81,146 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 74,123 miles

advise all discs

Pass 5 Dec 2010 67,052 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 57,769 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 54,329 miles

advice keep eye on front tyers

Pass 15 Oct 2007 38,332 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 27,624 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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RO52 THO is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RO52 THO, 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

How do I check the history of RO52 THO?

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What year was RO52 THO registered?

RO52 THO is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is RO52 THO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 THO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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