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VU03 CUV

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

98,462 mi
Last recorded98,462 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 CUV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 98,462 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 89,880 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2020 89,880 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 88,859 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2019 88,856 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 87,575 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 86,113 miles

Rear tyres perishing on sidewalls.

Pass 22 Dec 2016 84,362 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 82,966 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 81,624 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 79,493 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 77,360 miles

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

O/S rear number plate lamp not working.

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 73,957 miles

Front o/s tyre worn on inner edge.

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear o/s brake disc pitted.

Fail 22 Dec 2011 73,957 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front o/s tyre worn on inner edge.

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear o/s brake disc pitted.

Pass 20 Dec 2010 69,363 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2009 64,250 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 64,250 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 58,192 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2008 58,192 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 20 Dec 2007 54,959 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 54,959 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 49,898 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 44,095 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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VU03 CUV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 VU03 CUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU03 CUV registered?

VU03 CUV is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is VU03 CUV safe to buy?

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