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A16 AFW

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

80,044 mi
Last recorded80,044 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 AFW
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 80,044 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 78,909 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 77,587 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 76,664 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 75,272 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 73,737 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 71,887 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 69,262 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 66,231 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 62,657 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 62,657 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 58,750 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 55,181 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 51,209 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 47,584 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 42,953 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 38,699 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 34,148 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 29,383 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 24,733 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 19,925 miles

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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A16 AFW is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 A16 AFW, 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 A16 AFW?

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What year was A16 AFW registered?

A16 AFW is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is A16 AFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 AFW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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