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YP53 WFX

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,160 mi
Last recorded127,160 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 WFX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 127,160 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2026 127,160 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 126,529 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 126,528 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 126,528 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 126,382 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 126,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 125,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel arch small corrosion hole

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

Fail 19 Nov 2020 125,304 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel arch small corrosion hole

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 124,974 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 123,674 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 4 Dec 2018 123,674 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipes into brake block (1.1.11 (c))

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Dec 2017 120,612 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2017 120,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 115,836 miles

All four suspension coil springs slightly corroded

Nearside front tyre damaged slightly and wearing low on inner shoulder

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 107,430 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 86,496 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 72,478 miles

o/s/f tyre low on inner edge

slight play in front and rear droplinks

Pass 25 Feb 2013 69,199 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 69,199 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 61,797 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 54,816 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 48,524 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 43,489 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 27 Jan 2009 43,489 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 38,805 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 38,017 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 38,016 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2006 33,103 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 33,103 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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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YP53 WFX is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YP53 WFX, 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 YP53 WFX registered?

YP53 WFX is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is YP53 WFX safe to buy?

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