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SL53 AUU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,993 mi
Last recorded82,993 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 AUU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2018 82,993 miles

Exhaust system leak present

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2018 82,814 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Road wheel fixing missing ON ALL FOUR WHEELS (5.2.1 (a) (i))

EXHAUST HAS A MINOR LEAK OF EXHAUST GASSES

STEERING N/S AND O/S TRACK RODS CORRODING ALMOST TO EXCESS AT PARTS

TOE BAR AND TOE BALL CORRODING ALMOST TO EXCESS AT PARTS

TOE BAR OBSCURING REAR REGISTRATION PLATE ALMOST TO EXCESS

TWO BRAKE PIPES AT THE N/S REAR CORRODING

VEHICLE STRUCTURE AND STRUCTURAL PRESCRIBED AREAS ALSO FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION CORRODING ALMOST TO EXCESS AT PARTS .......N/S AND O/S OUTER SILLS COULD NOT BE INSPECTED DUE TO SKIRTS FITTED

Pass 7 Dec 2017 74,664 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 74,663 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 67,960 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 65,082 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 65,082 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 62,294 miles

CENTER EXHAST FLANGE SLIGHTLEY CORRODED

Fail 4 Dec 2014 62,294 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

CENTER EXHAST FLANGE SLIGHTLEY CORRODED

Pass 27 Nov 2013 58,966 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2013 58,966 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 54,953 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 50,548 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Dec 2011 50,548 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 46,544 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 41,556 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 37,466 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 36,978 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 30,946 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 24,459 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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SL53 AUU 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 70%.

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 SL53 AUU, 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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SL53 AUU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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