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VX53 SFJ

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

116,115 mi
Last recorded116,115 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 SFJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 116,115 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 113,288 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes where visible (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 112,985 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 112,985 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 112,865 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 112,044 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 110,914 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 109,047 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 105,519 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2015 105,519 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 101,080 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 99,481 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 91,943 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 84,153 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 76,358 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 69,217 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 62,629 miles

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)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 59,529 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 51,960 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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VX53 SFJ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VX53 SFJ, 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 VX53 SFJ registered?

VX53 SFJ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 19 November 2003.

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