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YX53 NBK

2003 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

134,596 mi
Last recorded134,596 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 NBK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 134,596 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst area (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 122,176 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silenser (7.1.2)

Offside offside front main beam headlamp lens misted up

Fail 11 Mar 2016 122,173 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silenser (7.1.2)

Offside offside front main beam headlamp lens misted up

Pass 5 Jan 2015 115,848 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 104,868 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 104,868 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 91,129 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 91,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 77,851 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 77,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 54,995 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 54,995 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 39,742 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 36,890 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 NBK is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 YX53 NBK, 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 YX53 NBK registered?

YX53 NBK is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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