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SD53 VLO

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

71,500 mi
Last recorded71,500 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 VLO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 71,500 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 68,398 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 64,183 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 53,537 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 53,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 50,377 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 50,377 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 49,593 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 44,621 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 42,896 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 42,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 38,091 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2010 38,081 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 34,891 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 31,734 miles

both front tyres scrubbing

Pass 24 Nov 2007 26,405 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 20,477 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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SD53 VLO is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SD53 VLO, 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 SD53 VLO?

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What year was SD53 VLO registered?

SD53 VLO is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is SD53 VLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD53 VLO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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