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SY03 OSJ

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

74,047 mi
Last recorded74,047 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 OSJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2016 74,047 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 72,436 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 65,151 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 61,229 miles

o/s/f & n/s/f brake discs corroded.

Fail 30 Jun 2012 61,228 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

o/s/f & n/s/f brake discs corroded.

Pass 23 Aug 2010 60,434 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 58,505 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 51,642 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 51,631 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2006 48,438 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 41,973 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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SY03 OSJ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SY03 OSJ, 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 SY03 OSJ registered?

SY03 OSJ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is SY03 OSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 OSJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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