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CF52 GHY

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

156,644 mi
Last recorded156,644 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF52 GHY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 156,644 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame and suspension arm mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear brake hose mounting corroded but still secure

Pass 5 Sep 2019 153,164 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2019 153,164 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 149,289 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 139,145 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 139,145 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 129,380 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 120,576 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 110,623 miles

mid exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2013 103,476 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 94,490 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 84,348 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 74,429 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 66,999 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 58,172 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 51,571 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 44,050 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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CF52 GHY is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CF52 GHY, 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 CF52 GHY registered?

CF52 GHY is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is CF52 GHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF52 GHY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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