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WJ53 YKC

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

96,936 mi
Last recorded96,936 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 YKC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 96,936 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 93,971 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 93,217 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 93,164 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 93,164 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 92,585 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 88,568 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 88,568 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 83,726 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 78,338 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 73,936 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 69,732 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 65,451 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 59,246 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 59,246 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 54,672 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 51,116 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 41,189 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 411,189 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 35,541 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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WJ53 YKC 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 85%.

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 WJ53 YKC, 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 WJ53 YKC registered?

WJ53 YKC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is WJ53 YKC safe to buy?

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