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YX53 AFU

2003 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,867 mi
Last recorded99,867 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 AFU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 99,867 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 94,901 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 92,518 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 86,981 miles

offside front wheel bearing has slight roughness when rotated

Pass 8 Mar 2013 80,818 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 71,558 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 63,860 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 63,811 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 55,187 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 46,525 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 38,937 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 20,909 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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YX53 AFU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 YX53 AFU, 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 YX53 AFU registered?

YX53 AFU is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YX53 AFU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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