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SM03 GWA

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

147,796 mi
Last recorded147,796 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 GWA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 147,796 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 141,941 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak centre box (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 131,894 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 122,047 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 114,700 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Mar 2015 114,700 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 107,481 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 99,132 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 91,692 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 83,209 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 74,174 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 63,175 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 52,240 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 41,957 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 30,718 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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SM03 GWA is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SM03 GWA, 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 SM03 GWA registered?

SM03 GWA is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is SM03 GWA safe to buy?

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