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RX53 YJT

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

81,069 mi
Last recorded81,069 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 YJT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 81,069 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 80,218 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 78,963 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 78,963 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2023 78,474 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 78,464 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 78,448 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 78,393 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 78,236 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 77,381 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 76,858 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 74,176 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 71,023 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 66,725 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 62,372 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 54,736 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 13 Jan 2011 54,736 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Sep 2010 51,753 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 51,752 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 46,370 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 46,118 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 44,870 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 41,009 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 35,248 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 35,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise head lamp aim just aceptable

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

advise slight cut in n/s/r tyre †

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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RX53 YJT is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 RX53 YJT, 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 RX53 YJT?

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What year was RX53 YJT registered?

RX53 YJT is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is RX53 YJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 YJT shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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