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RX53 YJW

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,302 mi
Last recorded121,302 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2014 121,302 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 103,983 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 103,983 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 90,651 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 90,651 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 74,706 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 69,997 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 61,682 miles

Front brake pads close to excessively worn.

Irregular wear pattern to offside rear tyre inner edge.

Pass 9 Jun 2008 49,436 miles

Exhaust system corroding.

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

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

Outer sills covered.

Under engine covered.

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

Fail 2 Jun 2008 49,301 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Exhaust system corroding.

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)

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

Outer sills covered.

Under engine covered.

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

Pass 8 May 2007 39,198 miles

engine pan fitted cover sills fitted both rear tyres worn on 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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RX53 YJW is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RX53 YJW, 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 RX53 YJW registered?

RX53 YJW is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is RX53 YJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 YJW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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