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SV53 TVY

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,966 mi
Last recorded123,966 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 TVY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 123,966 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 114,261 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 114,247 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 106,043 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 99,473 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 99,441 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 87,950 miles

Advise OSR brake pipes (corroded).

Pass 15 Aug 2013 77,180 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 65,548 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 58,048 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 49,447 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 41,486 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 33,245 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 26,580 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 18,794 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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SV53 TVY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SV53 TVY, 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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What year was SV53 TVY registered?

SV53 TVY is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is SV53 TVY safe to buy?

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