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BV53 TUJ

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

149,318 mi
Last recorded149,318 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 TUJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 149,318 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 144,890 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 140,806 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 140,806 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 136,977 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 131,616 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 131,616 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 128,022 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 124,146 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 118,507 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 116,357 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 108,484 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 93,878 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 91,713 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 87,792 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 83,278 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 80,737 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 76,313 miles

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 15 Dec 2010 72,173 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 63,912 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 54,851 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 54,851 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Dec 2007 44,591 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 44,591 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 35,729 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 35,106 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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BV53 TUJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 BV53 TUJ, 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

How do I check the history of BV53 TUJ?

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What year was BV53 TUJ registered?

BV53 TUJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BV53 TUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 TUJ shows 26 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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