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BD53 LTT

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

93,570 mi
Last recorded93,570 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 LTT
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 93,570 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 93,529 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 93,350 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 92,928 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 92,485 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 91,907 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 89,349 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 86,443 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush, cracking/perished (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2017 86,385 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth On the edge (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Clutch pedal rubber in poor condition

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush, cracking/perished (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 83,202 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 79,104 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 74,852 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 69,607 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 64,712 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 60,598 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 60,598 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 56,253 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 56,253 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 51,512 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 47,374 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 43,004 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 33,749 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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BD53 LTT is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BD53 LTT, 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 BD53 LTT registered?

BD53 LTT is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is BD53 LTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 LTT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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