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S503 BNT

1998 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2210cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,502 mi
Last recorded31,502 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Subaru Impreza100,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS503 BNT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,210cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 31,502 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor stonechip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 30,774 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 30,320 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 29,653 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 28,772 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 28,265 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 27,712 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 27,690 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 24,935 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 24,604 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 24,171 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 24,171 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 23,758 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 22,726 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 22,704 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 22,475 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 22,368 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 22,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 21,863 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 20,830 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 20,146 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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S503 BNT is a 1998 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,210cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 100,015 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 S503 BNT, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S503 BNT registered?

S503 BNT is a 1998 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S503 BNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S503 BNT shows 21 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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