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BG03 VAV

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

128,029 mi
Last recorded128,029 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 VAV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 128,029 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 124,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 119,813 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 118,668 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 116,967 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 114,386 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 109,577 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 99,396 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 95,230 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 95,229 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 90,849 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 May 2013 87,286 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 84,532 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 73,949 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 63,155 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 50,547 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 38,644 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 30,405 miles

both front tyres worn close to legal lmit

Pass 22 May 2006 22,452 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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BG03 VAV is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BG03 VAV, 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 BG03 VAV registered?

BG03 VAV is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is BG03 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 VAV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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