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BP53 DDN

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,348 mi
Last recorded136,348 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 DDN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 136,348 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 124,832 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 124,831 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 112,557 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim dented

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 7 Nov 2017 100,160 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

front and rear pads ;low

Pass 15 Nov 2016 88,470 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 80,910 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 77,021 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 73,256 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 70,298 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 64,055 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2011 64,055 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 60,493 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 52,818 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 27 Oct 2009 52,818 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 45,401 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 31,389 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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BP53 DDN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BP53 DDN, 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 BP53 DDN registered?

BP53 DDN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is BP53 DDN safe to buy?

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