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S800 BYU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,495 mi
Last recorded115,495 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS800 BYU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2016 115,495 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 110,757 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 110,757 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 103,238 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle has been modified from standard condition

Pass 1 Sep 2012 94,029 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs worn

Pass 27 Aug 2011 85,549 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

front brake discs slightly worn/lipped

offside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall - not showing ply or cords

Pass 2 Sep 2010 77,710 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 69,022 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 69,022 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 59,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front plate fitted temp held on

Fail 6 Sep 2008 59,547 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front plate fitted temp held on

Fail 25 Aug 2007 48,169 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

reg plates too be changed for next mot

Pass 25 Aug 2007 48,169 miles

reg plates too be changed for next mot

Pass 17 Aug 2006 36,806 miles

both rear tyres bald on edges

Fail 17 Aug 2006 36,806 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both rear tyres bald 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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S800 BYU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 S800 BYU, 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 S800 BYU registered?

S800 BYU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is S800 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S800 BYU shows 15 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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