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SM52 ZTT

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

128,316 mi
Last recorded128,316 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM52 ZTT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 11 Feb 2013 128,316 miles

Advise engine management warning lamp illuminated

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 128,316 miles

Advise engine management warning lamp illuminated

Pass 13 Feb 2012 116,737 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 105,432 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 105,432 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 92,364 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 92,364 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 12 Feb 2009 76,710 miles

nearside rear tyre on legal limit

Fail 11 Feb 2009 76,695 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

exhaust frontpipe heatshields loose

nearside rear tyre on legal limit

Pass 31 Jan 2008 61,158 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 47,018 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 47,018 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 32,315 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 32,315 miles

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

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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SM52 ZTT is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SM52 ZTT, 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 SM52 ZTT?

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What year was SM52 ZTT registered?

SM52 ZTT is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is SM52 ZTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM52 ZTT shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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