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XW52 ASH

2002 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,109 mi
Last recorded118,109 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Subaru Impreza78,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXW52 ASH
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 118,109 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 22 Jul 2026 118,109 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 28 Aug 2024 116,310 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 109,756 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 105,144 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 102,550 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 100,550 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 97,296 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 97,296 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 94,098 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 89,576 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 85,339 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 81,851 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 78,141 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 73,737 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 70,004 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 65,542 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 60,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2009 55,623 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 51,213 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 51,213 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 46,012 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 39,461 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 29,522 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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XW52 ASH is a 2002 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 78,101 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 XW52 ASH, 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 24 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 XW52 ASH registered?

XW52 ASH is a 2002 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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