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SG53 CFY

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

102,926 mi
Last recorded102,926 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 CFY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 102,926 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 99,870 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 93,041 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 86,786 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 86,770 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 85,004 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 84,164 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 82,187 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 82,187 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 81,176 miles

Rear steel pipes starting to corrode

Pass 7 Apr 2016 80,668 miles

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)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 80,666 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 8 May 2015 80,511 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 79,202 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 77,502 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 75,335 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 71,190 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 64,115 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 55,526 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 41,107 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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SG53 CFY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 SG53 CFY, 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 SG53 CFY?

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What year was SG53 CFY registered?

SG53 CFY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SG53 CFY safe to buy?

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