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SV03 VEB

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

145,180 mi
Last recorded145,180 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 VEB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2019 145,180 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened outer sill (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened outer sill (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 132,039 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 118,606 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 104,461 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 12 Apr 2016 104,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2016 104,355 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect suspect lens cover (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect suspect lens cover (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear fuel pipes corroded

both wiper blades slightly deteriorated

manufacturer fitted under-trays obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2015 91,612 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge ? advise to be checked ;

Pass 21 Mar 2014 84,101 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2013 72,999 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 65,680 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 59,499 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 59,257 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 52,240 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 45,628 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 38,874 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 33,002 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

scratches outside zone A on windscreen

Pass 17 Mar 2006 26,148 miles

nearside wiper blade torn

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 VEB is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VEB, 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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SV03 VEB is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 25 March 2003.

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