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CK03 NLC

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 NLC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 2 May 2025

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 124,727 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 120,998 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 120,327 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 118,863 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 117,341 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 114,919 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 110,667 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 102,800 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 94,897 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 84,993 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 May 2014 77,519 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 70,992 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 67,902 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 65,414 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 57,567 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 54,165 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 49,950 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 38,487 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 32,612 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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CK03 NLC is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 CK03 NLC, 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 CK03 NLC registered?

CK03 NLC is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is CK03 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK03 NLC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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