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SW52 HFZ

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

144,363 mi
Last recorded144,363 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 HFZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2017 144,363 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded going in to car (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 135,501 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 129,618 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 129,610 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 118,843 miles

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

engine management light on

front crossmember slight corrosion

front subframe slight corrosion

Fail 9 Jan 2014 118,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

engine management light on dash

front crossmember has slight corrosion and holed

near side front brake sticking slightly

Pass 21 Feb 2013 100,979 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

engine management light on dash

Fail 18 Feb 2013 100,979 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

engine management light on dash

Pass 9 Feb 2012 83,613 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 75,877 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 75,875 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 67,423 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 56,041 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 56,041 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

drivers wiper torn

Pass 15 Feb 2008 46,742 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 36,179 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 26,947 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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SW52 HFZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 SW52 HFZ, 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 SW52 HFZ registered?

SW52 HFZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is SW52 HFZ safe to buy?

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