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YF52 KFE

2002 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

110,118 mi
Last recorded110,118 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Subaru Impreza78,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 KFE
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 110,118 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 110,118 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 109,692 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2024 109,692 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 108,003 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 103,076 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 100,840 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 98,187 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 94,615 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 94,345 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2018 94,345 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 92,972 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Bumper insecure ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

plastic covers over outer sills

Pass 6 Oct 2016 89,953 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 89,953 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 87,490 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2015 87,490 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 83,136 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 80,779 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 75,971 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 72,384 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 72,384 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f disc is well rusted.

Pass 29 Jun 2010 68,212 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 68,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 62,398 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 56,057 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 56,057 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 52,209 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 40,789 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 40,789 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 30,623 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 30,623 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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YF52 KFE is a 2002 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

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 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 YF52 KFE, 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 YF52 KFE registered?

YF52 KFE is a 2002 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 26 November 2002.

Is YF52 KFE safe to buy?

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