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RV53 ZZC

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,746 mi
Last recorded40,746 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 ZZC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2011 40,746 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 97,993 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 86,744 miles

battery insecure

hand brake travel becoming high but still has reserve travel

nearside headlamp aim slight distorted

nearside rear drop link has slight movement but not considered excessive

offside and nearside rear anti roll bar bushes have slight movement but not considered excessive at the time of test

offside front drop link has slight movement but not considered exvessive at the time of test

Fail 20 Nov 2009 86,744 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

battery insecure

hand brake travel becoming high but still has reserve travel

nearside headlamp aim slight distorted

nearside rear drop link has slight movement but not considered excessive

offside and nearside rear anti roll bar bushes have slight movement but not considered excessive at the time of test

offside front drop link has slight movement but not considered exvessive at the time of test

Pass 27 Oct 2008 85,204 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 85,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 74,747 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 74,745 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 64,036 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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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RV53 ZZC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV53 ZZC, 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 RV53 ZZC registered?

RV53 ZZC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is RV53 ZZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 ZZC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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