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VA53 TTF

2004 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

147,725 mi
Last recorded147,725 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 TTF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 147,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 147,684 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 137,176 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 126,147 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 113,141 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 99,605 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 89,966 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 78,127 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 70,784 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 70,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 66,710 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 62,509 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 62,509 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 58,696 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 58,696 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 53,718 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 48,952 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 45,194 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 45,194 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 39,549 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 33,787 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 28,450 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 22,095 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 15,474 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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VA53 TTF is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 74,978 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 VA53 TTF, 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 22 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 VA53 TTF?

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What year was VA53 TTF registered?

VA53 TTF is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is VA53 TTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA53 TTF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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