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SW03 DLN

2003 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,001 mi
Last recorded87,001 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 DLN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2015 87,001 miles

handbrake travel

Fail 18 Feb 2013 71,617 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 71,617 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 68,653 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear no plate loose

Fail 13 Feb 2012 68,653 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake discs pitted on inside

rear no plate loose

Pass 16 Feb 2011 66,633 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 66,633 miles

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front brake discs pitted on inside

Pass 17 Feb 2010 641,889 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 62,659 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 62,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 53,070 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 44,315 miles

Both Front Tyres Wearing On Inner Edge

Front 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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SW03 DLN is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SW03 DLN, 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 SW03 DLN?

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What year was SW03 DLN registered?

SW03 DLN is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is SW03 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW03 DLN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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