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BP03 CPN

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,684 mi
Last recorded111,684 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 CPN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2016 111,684 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 106,338 miles

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

n/s rear tyre sidewall cracked

o/s rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 1 May 2014 99,902 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 92,214 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 85,896 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 77,927 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 66,952 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 63,763 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 58,713 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 58,713 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 54,432 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 43,969 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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BP03 CPN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BP03 CPN, 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 BP03 CPN registered?

BP03 CPN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is BP03 CPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 CPN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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