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BK53 KLC

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,926 mi
Last recorded105,926 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 KLC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 105,926 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 105,926 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 100,032 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 100,032 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 92,610 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 84,228 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 76,289 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 68,148 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 60,446 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 51,539 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 42,274 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 35,013 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 26,942 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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BK53 KLC is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KLC, 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 KLC registered?

BK53 KLC is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is BK53 KLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 KLC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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