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WR53 BXP

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

146,808 mi
Last recorded146,808 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 BXP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2018 146,808 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills

Pass 1 Feb 2017 144,428 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 142,916 miles

nearside inner drive shaft gaitor split

Fail 20 Jan 2016 142,916 miles

Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position bonnet (6.4.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside inner drive shaft gaitor split

Pass 5 Sep 2014 130,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 130,314 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 115,326 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

exhaust back box in poor condition

Fail 5 Jul 2013 115,262 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test. Sat Nav and Phone holders.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

exhaust back box in poor condition

Pass 19 Jul 2012 108,128 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear bumper insecure

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 19 Jul 2012 108,128 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear bumper insecure

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Jun 2011 87,471 miles

all four tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 7 Jun 2011 87,471 miles

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

all four tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 20 Apr 2010 86,007 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear bumper insecure

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s door mirror outer casing damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2010 86,007 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear bumper insecure

o/s door mirror outer casing damaged

Pass 23 Jun 2008 65,393 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 65,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 48,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 29,165 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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WR53 BXP is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 WR53 BXP, 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 WR53 BXP registered?

WR53 BXP is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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