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YC53 DZP

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,441 mi
Last recorded83,441 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 DZP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 83,441 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 77,828 miles

DECELEROMETER BRAKE TESTED IN DRY CONDITIONS

emissions erratic & limits only just met at fast idle,inner rear wheel arches covered.

plastic oversills fitted

slight chips in windscreen.os number plate lamp slightly dim

slight jacking point damahe to body sill lips & slight corrosion

slight surface corrosion to some underbody parts,fittings & paneling.

Pass 28 Mar 2015 73,321 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 67,425 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 67,425 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 66,573 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 60,084 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 55,550 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 53,426 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 46,323 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 35,531 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 35,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 29,285 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 29,285 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 23,872 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 23,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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YC53 DZP is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC53 DZP, 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

How do I check the history of YC53 DZP?

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What year was YC53 DZP registered?

YC53 DZP is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is YC53 DZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC53 DZP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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