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SC03 BYX

2003 Subaru Impreza

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,050 mi
Last recorded134,050 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 BYX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 134,050 miles

Both front sill jacking points bent slightly.

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Rear bush). (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear sill jacking point bent slightly.

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear trailing arm bushes perished slightly.

Fail 29 May 2019 134,048 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (D-bush). (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (D-bush). (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both front sill jacking points bent slightly.

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Rear bush). (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear sill jacking point bent slightly.

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear trailing arm bushes perished slightly.

Pass 6 Jun 2017 130,572 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2017 130,572 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 120,182 miles

Front spoiler damaged

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

oil leak

Pass 13 May 2015 113,876 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 113,861 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2014 99,684 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 91,628 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both wipers split on ends cleening screen o/k

Pass 3 May 2012 84,087 miles

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

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

rear discs pitted

Fail 3 May 2012 84,087 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear discs pitted

Pass 21 Jun 2011 80,409 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 74,124 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 74,124 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 57,550 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 22 Jul 2009 57,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 5 Dec 2007 27,957 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 24,240 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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SC03 BYX is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SC03 BYX, 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.

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What year was SC03 BYX registered?

SC03 BYX is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is SC03 BYX safe to buy?

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