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BD53 LTV

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

172,090 mi
Last recorded172,090 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 LTV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 172,090 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 171,989 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

mil light on

n/s/f & both rear tyres worn to 3mm

o/s/f tyre worn to 2mm & devoid of tread on inner edge

Pass 16 Nov 2016 160,048 miles

mil light on

Fail 15 Nov 2016 160,048 miles

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced headlamps opache (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

mil light on

Pass 10 Nov 2015 148,597 miles

mil light on

Fail 10 Nov 2015 148,597 miles

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

mil light on

Pass 15 Nov 2014 138,772 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 138,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Nov 2013 128,612 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 128,612 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 116,892 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 106,055 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 106,055 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2010 92,843 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 92,843 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 78,368 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 70,288 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 70,288 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 60,089 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 46,926 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 LTV is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LTV, 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.

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What year was BD53 LTV registered?

BD53 LTV is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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