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A15 SKA

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

43,520 mi
Last recorded43,520 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 SKA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 43,520 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 43,502 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 40,700 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 37,424 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 35,838 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 31,778 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 31,778 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2019 29,395 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 26,321 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 24,766 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 23,419 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 21,378 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 19,553 miles

both front tyres worn from inner edges

Pass 29 Oct 2013 18,794 miles

offside front tyre worn from the inner side

Pass 23 Jan 2012 17,495 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 15,560 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 14,049 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 11,688 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 9,254 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 9,254 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

How Reliable is the Subaru Forester?

Based on 456,470 MOT tests across 33,044 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,679
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
33,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,106
Registration plate lamp not working 6,977
position lamp(s) not working 6,967
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,820
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,429
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A15 SKA is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 90,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Forester fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 SKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Forester typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A15 SKA?

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What year was A15 SKA registered?

A15 SKA is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is A15 SKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 SKA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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