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SO03 BJU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

140,673 mi
Last recorded140,673 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 BJU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 140,673 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres perishing

slight play both steering arms

Fail 20 Jul 2017 140,673 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s/r jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/a/r jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres perishing

slight play both steering arms

Pass 9 May 2016 129,657 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

engine oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2016 129,592 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

engine oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2014 124,196 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 118,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 118,484 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 110,118 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 92,956 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 78,702 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 63,084 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 48,465 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 39,345 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 28,298 miles

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

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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SO03 BJU 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 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 SO03 BJU, 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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SO03 BJU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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