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YM53 BSZ

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

71,922 mi
Last recorded71,922 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 BSZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 71,922 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 71,774 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 70,173 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 68,192 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 67,811 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 67,312 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 65,152 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 63,745 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 62,367 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 61,909 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 60,198 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 57,999 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 54,234 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 49,339 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 49,339 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 41,569 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 41,535 miles

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Front registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Front registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Rear registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Rear registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 32,030 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 32,030 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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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YM53 BSZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YM53 BSZ, 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 YM53 BSZ registered?

YM53 BSZ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is YM53 BSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 BSZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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