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SR52 BAD

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

81,834 mi
Last recorded81,834 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR52 BAD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 81,834 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 79,666 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2023 76,791 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2022 71,798 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 67,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 66,736 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 64,061 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 60,021 miles

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

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2014 51,778 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2013 46,151 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2012 41,673 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

vehicle has been modified & is not in standard condition

Pass 20 Oct 2011 35,266 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 35,255 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 29,730 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 27,639 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 24,010 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 22,747 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 20,014 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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SR52 BAD is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SR52 BAD, 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 SR52 BAD?

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What year was SR52 BAD registered?

SR52 BAD is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is SR52 BAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR52 BAD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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