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AM52 HYN

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,562 mi
Last recorded138,562 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 HYN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 138,562 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 138,562 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake pivot has restricted free movement caliper is restricted (1.1.15 (e))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2017 136,800 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 136,798 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 133,211 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

nearside rear tyre has cracks in treads

Pass 24 Dec 2014 124,157 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nsf/osr/tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 7 Dec 2013 113,350 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 103,151 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management lamp on indicating a fault

Pass 15 Dec 2011 93,458 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Dec 2011 93,417 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 84,814 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 76,383 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate damage

Pass 15 Dec 2008 65,942 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 56,648 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 48,411 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AM52 HYN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AM52 HYN, 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

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What year was AM52 HYN registered?

AM52 HYN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is AM52 HYN safe to buy?

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