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SW03 XOU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,958 mi
Last recorded93,958 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 XOU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 93,958 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 89,977 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 86,414 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 86,055 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 83,038 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 72,270 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 64,945 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 59,898 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 55,325 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 50,120 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 42,518 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 42,036 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 42,013 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 34,500 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 33,082 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 33,082 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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 XOU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SW03 XOU, 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

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What year was SW03 XOU registered?

SW03 XOU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is SW03 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW03 XOU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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