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BK53 KJX

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

274,928 mi
Last recorded274,928 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 KJX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 274,928 miles

Nearside Rear sill slight corrosion

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and middle (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 250,888 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 226,307 miles

Front headlight lens deteriorated

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 202,328 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 178,312 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 155,859 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 130,237 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 103,243 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 82,280 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 68,063 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 63,312 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 63,312 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 55,636 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 44,041 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 33,026 miles

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

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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BK53 KJX is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BK53 KJX, 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 BK53 KJX registered?

BK53 KJX is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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