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SL53 RFX

2003 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

98,040 mi
Last recorded98,040 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 RFX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 98,040 miles

Fresh underseal not allowing proper inspection.

Fail 20 Jun 2023 98,012 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fresh underseal not allowing proper inspection.

Pass 20 Oct 2020 95,976 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

centre stop lamp disconnected

front brake discs/pads becoming corroded/worn

front lower radiator support panel becoming corroded

o/s/f wing becoming corroded

osr inner/lower sill area becoming corroded

park brake just meets minimum efficency

rear brake discs/pads becoming corroded/worn

Fail 6 Oct 2020 95,969 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/lower sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

front brake discs/pads becoming corroded/worn

front lower radiator support panel becoming corroded

o/s/f wing becoming corroded

osr inner/lower sill area becoming corroded

park brake just meets minimum efficency

rear brake discs/pads becoming corroded/worn

Pass 8 Aug 2018 92,986 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 87,206 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 80,507 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 73,593 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 66,871 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 59,183 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 52,769 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 37,394 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)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 29,076 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 29,028 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 23,612 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 22,042 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 19,600 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 17,272 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 14,280 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 RFX is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SL53 RFX, 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 SL53 RFX registered?

SL53 RFX is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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