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YA53 DYC

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,574 mi
Last recorded85,574 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA53 DYC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 85,574 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 85,541 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 82,223 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2024 77,783 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 77,775 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2023 73,576 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 72,743 miles

Offside Front coil spring looks cracked cannot access due to adjusting nut advise strip and rectify

Offside Front under sill/jacking point slight corrosion visable

radiator carrier slight corrosion requires attention

Pass 2 Feb 2021 70,382 miles

radiator support panel very slight corrosion o/s rear section

vehicle only just met limits after road test

Pass 3 Feb 2020 69,411 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 68,119 miles

n/s and o/s rear sills under covers possible corrosion

Pass 1 Feb 2018 66,881 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside sill showing signs of corrosion

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside sill showing signs of corrosion

Pass 31 Jan 2017 63,178 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 60,568 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 56,823 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 53,963 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 50,615 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 47,709 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 47,213 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 45,472 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 41,792 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 40,200 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 33,266 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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YA53 DYC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 YA53 DYC, 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 YA53 DYC registered?

YA53 DYC is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is YA53 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA53 DYC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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