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SV03 OXF

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,069 mi
Last recorded71,069 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 OXF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 71,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

ecu light on

Pass 4 Mar 2013 68,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Feb 2012 61,853 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 56,393 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 3 Mar 2011 56,392 miles

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

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 4 Mar 2010 50,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 50,316 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 42,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 36,417 miles

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

ns mirror broken

Fail 3 Mar 2008 36,392 miles

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

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

ns mirror broken

Pass 16 Jan 2007 28,687 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 20,444 miles

number plate lights dull

wires fouling steering u/j under bonnet

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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SV03 OXF is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV03 OXF, 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 SV03 OXF?

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What year was SV03 OXF registered?

SV03 OXF is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is SV03 OXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV03 OXF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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