CarVerify

Free Car Check

SW53 HPO

2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk

Blue Petrol 1994cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,606 mi
Last recorded44,606 miles
Recorded on7 May 2009
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk51,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW53 HPO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx-sti Type Uk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2009 44,606 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 38,968 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 36,096 miles

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

near side front tyre has slight cut from being kerbed

Fail 27 May 2008 36,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2007 26,124 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 25,958 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk?

Based on 1,083 MOT tests across 229 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
2,648
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
229
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 21
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 17
Registration plate lamp not working 16
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13
Full Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SW53 HPO is a 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 51,250 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 Wrx-sti Type Uk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW53 HPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW53 HPO?

You can check the full history of SW53 HPO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SW53 HPO registered?

SW53 HPO is a 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx-sti Type Uk, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is SW53 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW53 HPO shows 6 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.

Does SW53 HPO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SW53 HPO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.