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SN53 VUK

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,251 mi
Last recorded87,251 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 VUK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 87,251 miles

NOISE EXHAUST

Fail 16 Jun 2016 87,238 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings FRONT SUB FRAME (6.1.B.2)

NOISE EXHAUST

Pass 3 Jun 2015 78,847 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 68,268 miles

windscreen marked

Fail 20 Jun 2014 68,268 miles

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

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

windscreen marked

Pass 27 Aug 2013 62,928 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

Fail 26 Aug 2013 62,928 miles

Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

Pass 22 Jun 2012 56,544 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 48,435 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 37,163 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 27,730 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

both sills coverd

Pass 17 Nov 2008 24,095 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 18,310 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 12,184 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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SN53 VUK is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SN53 VUK, 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

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What year was SN53 VUK registered?

SN53 VUK is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is SN53 VUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN53 VUK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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