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VK03 WTR

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,818 mi
Last recorded135,818 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 WTR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 135,818 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and components are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 130,635 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 130,634 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sides, inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 125,947 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 119,532 miles

Engine light illuminated

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

Nearside Front 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)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 116,054 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

under body corrosion

Fail 27 Oct 2015 116,054 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

oil leak

under body corrosion

Pass 24 Nov 2014 110,579 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 110,579 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 99,178 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 90,180 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012

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

Fail 11 Nov 2011 85,899 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 85,899 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 74,229 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 24 Nov 2009 60,696 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 41,208 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 34,137 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 27,630 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 20,543 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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VK03 WTR is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VK03 WTR, 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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VK03 WTR is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 2 April 2003.

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