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BD03 GXE

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

121,850 mi
Last recorded121,850 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 GXE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 121,850 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 114,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Borderline (2.6.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 114,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Borderline (2.6.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 110,753 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 110,753 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 99,976 miles

exhaust joints corroded

Fail 24 Sep 2015 99,976 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

exhaust joints corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2014 89,945 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 89,945 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 81,141 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 66,397 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 56,913 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 47,831 miles

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 8 Sep 2009 38,640 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 34,860 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 28,858 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 22,110 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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BD03 GXE is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BD03 GXE, 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 BD03 GXE?

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What year was BD03 GXE registered?

BD03 GXE is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is BD03 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 GXE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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